On June 18th and 19th, European leaders are meeting to discuss the next long-term EU budget (2028–2034), known as the Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF). The decisions they make will shape Europe’s ability to respond to upcoming challenges.

This is why we have joined and signed Civil Society Europe’s open letter supporting the European Parliament’s position of a strong MFF, which devotes 1.27% of EU GNI to new investments, supported by adequate new resources. 

The letter states that Europe needs a budget that:

✅ Supports regions, social cohesion and rural communities;

✅ Invests in research, skills and youth;

✅  Recognises culture and civil society as essential pillars of the European project;

✅ Allows the EU to remain a global reliable partner for sustainable development, human rights, and gender equality.

At the same time, the debate around the EU budget cannot be limited to national balances and contributions. There needs to be a serious discussion on European own resources that can provide the Union with sustainable and fair sources of revenue.

📝 Read the open letter here: https://bit.ly/4oDcUUK