A budget that ensures Europe’s agency in a fast-changing world: President von der Leyen

Source: European Commission (video statements)

"We want a budget that ensures Europe’s agency in a fast-changing world. A budget that is faster and more ambitious. Simpler and more flexible." – Commission President von der Leyen

On 12 November 2025, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen participated in the European Parliament Plenary Session on the 2028-2034 Multiannual Financial Framework (the EU Budget).

For the full transcript of the speech, see here: https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/speech_25_2673

Curious to know more about what the EU budget is and how it is decided on? Check out our explainer video here: https://youtu.be/zAbo8YcIlrQ

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