The European Court of Auditors (ECA) has issued two opinions on the European Commission’s draft laws for the EU’s 2028-2034 budget, evaluating spending rules and revenue streams. The proposed budget totals €2 trillion, a 59% increase from the current MFF, with five new own resources bringing the total to nine. Key concerns include administrative challenges from reduced Commission management responsibilities, uncertainties in simplifying budget programs, and potential impacts of inflation protection mechanisms. Revenue proposals include e-waste, tobacco duties, and carbon border adjustments, though 77% of additional revenue will still rely on national budgets. Auditors note the GNI-based resource share will decrease to 55% from 67%, but warn the expanded own resources system may complicate financing and competitiveness. They also highlight the need to reassess revenue ceilings after a €90 billion Ukraine loan agreement.
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