Bundeskanzler Friedrich Merz and Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin held a press conference in Dublin to discuss key EU priorities during Ireland’s six-month presidency of the Council of the European Union. Merz emphasized the need for rapid agreement on the Multiannual Financial Framework (MFR) for 2028-2034, calling the current proposal ‘not viable’ and demanding cuts of several hundred billion euros. Both leaders highlighted competitiveness as a critical issue, with Merz urging streamlined approval processes for digital, energy, and decarbonization projects. EU expansion was also a focus, with Merz supporting accelerated accession talks for Ukraine, Moldova, and Western Balkan states, including Montenegro’s potential membership by the end of the decade. Martin expressed solidarity with Germany following the Berlin CSD attack, reaffirming support for European values. The leaders pledged cooperation to advance EU agendas during Ireland’s presidency.
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