Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposes an EU budget of over two trillion euros
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EU Proposes Historic Budget with New Revenue StreamsThe EU’s 2028–2034 budget rises by €700 billion, introducing levies on big firms and e-waste to finance defense and reforms.
- The European Commission proposes a €2 trillion budget for 2028 to 2034, increasing funding by €700 billion compared to the current period.
- The plan prioritizes greater spending on security and defense while merging agricultural and regional development funds into a single pool.
- New revenue measures include taxes on large corporations, unrecycled electronic waste, and contributions from tobacco taxes.
- Approval requires complex negotiations among member states and the European Parliament, with unanimous consent needed from countries.
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