Costa: One Europe, One Market
Brussels, October 14 (Hibya) – European Council President António Costa discussed the EU's competitiveness agenda and its next long-term budget during meetings at the European Parliament. Costa stated that the new Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) must be fully operational at the beginning of 2028.
European Council President António Costa held a series of meetings at the European Parliament ahead of tomorrow's European Union (EU) Leaders' Summit. During the meetings, Costa addressed issues related to the EU's competitiveness agenda and its next long-term budget.
Costa stated that, during his meeting with European Parliament President Roberta Metsola, they discussed progress on the EU's "One Europe, One Market" competitiveness agenda. He noted that leaders would continue discussions with Metsola at the European Council.
Costa also met with the European Parliament's Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) Contact Group to discuss the EU's next long-term budget. Emphasizing the importance of the budget taking effect on time, Costa said, "The next MFF must be fully operational at the beginning of 2028. This is the only way to ensure there is no interruption in funding for our farmers, regions, researchers, students, and companies."
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