During EU budget talks, Latvia will call for additional funding for countries on EU eastern flank - Kulbergs
Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs is advocating for increased EU budget funding for eastern flank countries and the Rail Baltica infrastructure project. The government is coordinating with Baltic and Nordic partners to secure these resources during upcoming Brussels negotiations.
Why it matters
Securing infrastructure and defense funding is critical for the geopolitical stability and economic integration of the Baltic states amidst regional security concerns.
RIGA - During negotiations on the European Union's next multiannual budget, Latvia will call for additional funding for the countries on the eastern flank of the EU and also for specific funding for the Rail Baltica railroad project, Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs (United List) told reporters after a coalition cooperation meeting on Monday.
The most important matter on the agenda for his trip to Brussels this week is the next EU multiannual budget, said Kulbergs.
According to Kulbergs, the EU's presiding country Ireland presented its vision for the next EU budget last weekend.
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