friends of cohesion
Coverage of friends of cohesion in the Nexus archive.
- Europe’s budget battle begins as leaders spar over China challenge
EU leaders are addressing China's economic challenge and debating the bloc's next seven-year budget, with divisions emerging between northern/western nations advocating for a smaller budget and southern/eastern countries seeking larger funding. The discussions highlight geopolitical and economic tensions within the EU as it navigates global competition and internal negotiations.
- Ireland’s toughest mission: Getting a budget deal under the Christmas tree
Ireland faces the challenge of brokering a deal on the EU’s next seven-year budget, navigating tensions between frugal countries and larger spenders. A Cypriot proposal for a 2% budget cut sparked backlash from wealthier nations, intensifying pressure on Ireland to balance competing demands ahead of a December summit.