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Guidelines for the 2020 EU Budget Preparation

Summary

The European Parliament outlines guidelines for the 2020 EU budget, acting as a bridge to the next long-term financial framework. It calls for new funding for research, security, and climate action.
10 14.03.2019
Other
economy
finance
environment
social policy
european union
budgetary control
public administration

Key points

  • The 2020 budget is intended to serve as a bridge to the next long-term financial framework for 2021-2027.
  • The Parliament insists that new political priorities should be financed with new money instead of cutting existing programs.
  • There is a strong emphasis on ensuring a smooth transition from the Horizon 2020 research program to the new Horizon Europe program.
  • Adequate funding and staffing are required for agencies managing security, justice, and border control.
Documents (PDFs)
REPORT on general guidelines for the preparation of the 2020 budget, Section III – Commission Guidelines for the 2020 Budget – Section III
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