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Von der Leyen Faces Setback Over €2 Trillion EU Budget Proposal

Internal commission disputes delay funding rollout

17 July 2025 · 13:47 UTC

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen's €2 trillion budget proposal has encountered major resistance within the Commission due to internal disputes and poor coordination.

Senior EU officials say infighting over the centralised budget process has undermined efforts to launch the sweeping spending plan, which was expected to direct funds toward green transition, digital infrastructure, and strategic autonomy.