EU General Budget 2017 Agreement

Summary

The 2017 EU budget agreement balances urgent needs like migration and security with long-term goals in research, agriculture, and economic growth.
10 28.02.2017
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economy
transport
environment
human rights
social policy
administrative reform
international relations
public finance and budget policy
research and intellectual property
agriculture, forestry and fisheries

Key points

  • The overall level of commitment appropriations for 2017 was set at approximately 157.9 billion euros.
  • Significant resources were mobilized to address the migration and security challenges through Heading 3.
  • The budget prioritizes competitiveness, growth, and jobs by restoring cuts to research and innovation programs.
  • Support for the agricultural sector was reinforced to tackle market crises and the impact of trade embargoes.
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