The starting point for the post-2027 Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) is markedly different from seven years ago when the current EU budget was established. Policy priorities have shifted significantly due to global developments such as the digital transition, changes in political leadership, and the state of global security.
However, there is no doubt that the biggest challenges facing our continent—including a rise in poverty, inequality and discrimination, climate change, changes in the labour market, and regional conflicts near the European Union’s borders—all require greater public investment rather than cuts in order to adequately respond to these needs.
In this paper, Social Platform aims to outline the key aspects that the next MFF must consider if the EU is to create a budget that supports long-term investment in an inclusive society.
