73 submissions from 73 organizations told the European Commission what they think about this file. Here is what each of them said, in their own words.
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Who showed up
13 submissions from industry (companies and their trade associations) against 29 from civil society: NGOs, consumer organizations, environmental groups and trade unions.
Industry 13Civil society 29Public authorities, academia, other 31
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full-time lobbying staff
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EP accreditations declared
Self-declared to the EU Transparency Register (snapshot 27 Oct 2026). The cost figure sums band floors, so the true total is higher.
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Contribution de la Conférence des Présidents des RUP à la consultation publique de la Commission européenne GLOBAL EU – pilier 3 du cadre financier pluriannuel 2028-2034 Les régions ultrapériphériques (RUP) de l’Union européenne (UE) – Guadeloupe, Guyane, Martinique, Mayotte, Réunion, Saint-Martin (France), Canaries (Espagne), Açores et Madère (Portugal) – sont engagées dans des processus d’insertion régionale…
Filed in French · English published by the European Commission
Opening of the attached position paper · the full paper is on the Commission’s record (source link above)
EU’s next long-term budget (MFF) – EU funding for external action The consulting engineering perspective 28 November 2025 The European Federation of Engineering Consultancy Associations (EFCA) has member associations in 27 countries, representing more than 10,000 companies from the European engineering consultancy industry and related fields.
Opening of the attached position paper · the full paper is on the Commission’s record (source link above)
Philanthropic organisations promote ideas and innovation, convene and build bridges and act as catalysts for new initiatives. Philanthropy plays a key role in supporting civil society, democracy, rule of law and fundamental rights as well as education, young people and disadvantaged groups etc.
The Regional Government of the Azores considers it essential that future INTERREG programmes fully recognise the Archipelago’s unique geostrategic position in the centre of the Atlantic and the role that the Region plays as a natural hub between Europe and the Americas.
Filed in Portuguese · English published by the European Commission
The International Fund for Public Interest Media submits the following joint recommendation, as member of the EU Media Advocacy Group. This document reflects a consolidated contribution from organisations working inside and outside the EU, committed to strengthening media freedom, information integrity and democratic resilience in partner countries.
We agree to increase funding for Erasmus+. We have strong reservations about preventing secondary vocational schools from entering the “School Cooperation” project and ask for the possibility to participate again in this project activity to be restored. For several years, we have built very productive and fruitful international cooperation for our students and colleagues.
Filed in Czech · English published by the European Commission
Agence Française de Développement, on behalf of the JEFIC network, as current JEFIC co-president. JEFIC welcomes the Global Europe proposal for the next Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) 20282034, which sets out an ambitious vision for Europes future international partnerships, with a strong focus on combining development objectives and poverty eradication with European strategic interests.
MedTech Europe represents the medical technology industries both medical devices and in vitro diagnostics as these are global industries competing on the global market the actions and activities of the EU on the global stage have had a significant impact on the competitiveness of our sector globally and we therefore encourage a continued investment from the EU funding its external action.
We welcomed the significant increase in resources for external action under the Global Europe instrument, albeit with some caution. The introduction of the flexibility principle in this new MFF allows funds to be transferred between different priorities, which may reduce the amount actually available for external action.
Filed in Portuguese · English published by the European Commission
Consultation sur la proposition de la Commission sur l’Action Extérieure de l’Union Européenne dans le cadre du CFP 2028-2034 - Novembre 2025 Contribution de la Croix-Rouge française Le monde est confronté à de multiples crises interconnectées : inégalités croissantes, conflits prolongés, urgence climatique, recul démocratique et rétrécissement de l’espace civique.
Filed in French · English published by the European Commission
Opening of the attached position paper · the full paper is on the Commission’s record (source link above)
Christian Council International (CCI) appreciates the opportunity to provide feedback on the regulation proposal for establishing a global Europe. In the attached document, we provide feedback on the position of sexual and reproductive health and rights and comprehensive sexuality education (Article 9 (6)) within the proposed regulation.
DW Akademie is Deutsche Welle's center for international media development, journalism training and knowledge transfer. DW Akademie submits the following joint recommendation, as member of GFMD's (Global Forum for Media Development) EU Media Advocacy Group.
Media Diversity Institute Global submits the following joint recommendation, as member of the EU Media Advocacy Group. This document reflects a consolidated contribution from organisations working inside and outside the EU, committed to strengthening media freedom, information integrity and democratic resilience in partner countries.
Investing in the Global Europe Instrument (GEI) is a strategic imperative. To maximise the impact of these investments and retain global influence, the European Parliament and Member States must: Sustain ambition & deliver at scale: Safeguard the 200.3 billion budget for the GEI as the bare minimum for a credible global player. Agree on new Own Resources. Ensure decommitments flow back to the budget line of origin.
Terna welcomes the European Commissions proposal for the post-2027 Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF), and particularly, the proposal to establish a Global Europe COM(2025) 551 final 2025/0227(COD). We welcome the Global Europe initiative as a single EU external action framework for 20282034, aimed at promoting the Unions values, principles, and interests worldwide across enlargement, neighbourhood, international…
The European Cancer Organisation (ECO) welcomes the 200.3 billion Global Europe Pillar in the current proposal of the EUs next budget, particularly those elements that will: Ensure ongoing support to EU candidate countries to integrate into EU regulatory and health and cancer cooperation norms, including participation in initiatives such as Europes Beating Cancer Plan.
European Fact-Checking Standards Network (EFCSN), the association of European fact-checking organisations with 62 members from 36 countries, submits the following joint recommendation, as member of the EU Media Advocacy Group.
The Government of the Canary Islands, as an outermost region, whose unique structural and geographical characteristics within the European Union are recognised in Article 349 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, considers it necessary that the proposal for a Regulation establishing Global Europe COM (2025) 551 final be adapted to this particular situation, as set out below.
Filed in Spanish · English published by the European Commission
The Global Forum for Media Development, a network of 215 member organisations across 80+ countries working to protect and promote media freedom and support journalism and media, submits the following joint recommendation, as the facilitator of the EU Media Advocacy Group.
Multiannual Financial Framework 2028-2034: Edison’s feedback on the European Commission’s proposal for the Regulation establishing Global Europe Edison welcomes the opportunity to share its preliminary views on the European Commission’s proposal for a Regulation establishing Global Europe for the period 2028-2034.
Opening of the attached position paper · the full paper is on the Commission’s record (source link above)
Free Press Unlimited submits the following joint recommendation, as member of the EU Media Advocacy Group. This document reflects a consolidated contribution from organisations working inside and outside the EU, committed to strengthening media freedom, information integrity and democratic resilience in partner countries.
This feedback is given on behalf of the International Planned Parenthood Federation European Network (IPPF EN) and Countdown 2030 Europe. Countdown 2030 Europe is the go-to cross-country sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) expert Consortium in Europe seeking to increase European SRHR funding in international cooperation and strengthen political support for sexual and reproductive freedom worldwide.
Balkan Free Media Initiative submits the following joint recommendation, as member of the EU Media Advocacy Group. This document reflects a consolidated contribution from organisations working inside and outside the EU, committed to strengthening media freedom, information integrity and democratic resilience in partner countries.
The Institute for Reporters' Freedom and Safety (IRFS), a media rights non-governmental organisation, submits the following joint recommendation, as member of the EU Media Advocacy Group. This document reflects a consolidated contribution from organisations working inside and outside the EU, committed to strengthening media freedom, information integrity and democratic resilience in partner countries.
IOM welcomes the overall increase of EU funding for external action. In an era of growing global instability as the needs are constantly rising, this shows a forward-looking vision for the EUs global role and commitment to multilateralism.
Attached you will find the position of the Government of Catalonia on the proposed regulations presented by the European Commission regarding the Multiannual Financial Framework 2028-2034. This position contributes to the consultation on the Regulation establishing Global Europe.
Please find Global Focus full remark attached expanding the points below. Global Focus (GF) welcomes the Commissions proposal of allocating 200 billion for Global Europe in the period 20282034 as an important investment in building trust between the EU and its partners, forging alliances, and driving real global sustainable change.
Danish Refugee Council (DRC) welcomes the Commissions proposal for the next EU budget and its ambition to maintain a strong external action envelope. However, the proposed shift from a development cooperation policy framed around human development towards a policy embedded in a new economic foreign policy to address geopolitical and geoeconomic challenges risks undermining the EUs mandate to eradicate poverty.
DSW commends the increase in funding allocated to the external action instrument, Global Europe. A budget of EUR 200 billion will enable the EU to contribute more ambitiously to achieving sustainable development, poverty eradication, and peace and security globally and in Europe. However, it will be key to ensure that a high share of this funding complies with ODA standards.
As a longstanding strategic partner of the European Union, drawing on a long tradition of co-operation based on the shared fundamental values human rights, democracy and the rule of law the Council of Europe welcomes the opportunity to provide input on the European Commissions proposed Regulations shaping the next Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) for 2028-2034.
We have read with interest the European Commission’s proposal for the next multiannual budget from 2028-2034 in the AIDS Fund, Sex Coalition and Kvinfo. In this context, we have the following comments on the Global Europe instrument part of the proposal. It is positive that the European Commission proposes an overall envelope of EUR 200.3 billion.
Filed in Danish · English published by the European Commission
The International Sport and Culture Association (ISCA) is an umbrella organisation promoting physical activity. We empower grassroots sports and physical activity stakeholders around the world to get more people active, healthy and enjoying the benefits of sport and exercise. Our 105+ members, most of which come from civil society and grassroots sport, globally activate 4million+ citizens.
We would like to comment on the preparation of the next EU Multiannual Financial Framework and in particular on the financing of external actions that have an impact on democracy, education and societal resilience. Our organisation has been working with older people for a long time, promoting their digital inclusion, media literacy and active, healthy ageing.
Filed in Czech · English published by the European Commission
The European Association of Local Democracy (ALDA), an alliance of associations, civil society organisations and local authorities committed to promoting local democracy, civic engagement and community resilience in Europe, its Neighbourhood and beyond, welcomes the proposed increase in resources allocated to external action under the Global Europe Instrument.
We welcome the substantial increase in funding for external action under the Global Europe instrument, albeit with some caution, as the principle of flexibility introduced in this new MFF can facilitate the transfer of resources between different priorities, thus reducing the funding actually dedicated to external action.
Filed in Portuguese · English published by the European Commission
Brussels, 19th November 2025 German Chamber of Commerce and Industry Statement Draft bill COM(2025) 551 final (Regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing Global Europe) The European Commission opened a consultation on the 19th July 2025 regarding the establishment of the new multiannual financial framework (2028-2034).
Opening of the attached position paper · the full paper is on the Commission’s record (source link above)
As part of the discussions on the new Multiannual Financial Framework, please find attached the World Bank Groups position paper regarding the proposed Global Europe Instrument under Heading 3. The WBG welcomes the European Commissions ambition and overall approach, which aligns closely with the WBGs own reform agenda.
We agree with the note of Mendel University. While the proposed funding increase for the Erasmus+ program is a step forward, it remains insufficient to meet the growing demand for mobility opportunities across Europe and beyond.
Erasmus Plus enables international cooperation in academia, both for students and staff. However, in order to further support and develop this cooperation, the budget for implementation needs to be increased year-on-year, at least to reflect the inherent cost of living and travel, but also in the light of inflation and wage increases for workers in the sector.
Filed in Czech · English published by the European Commission
As part of the discussion on the new 20282034 Multiannual Financial Framework, please find attached ACF analysis and key concerns regarding the proposed Heading 3 Global Europe. Our analysis is structured around four main areas relevant to the EUs continued support for the fight against hunger and malnutrition: Framing and Priorities: From Development Needs to Strategic Interests Budgetary and Thematic Concerns…
CEE Bankwatch Network welcomes the increase of the budget for external action. However, the target for climate and environment of 30% for Global Europe is not enough for enlargement countries and must be increased to at least the level of the overall MFF whose target should itself be increased to at least 50%.
Hello, our language school has been actively participating in Erasmus+ – Ka1 and KA2 projects in adult education for many years. We involve our lecturers, students, and recruits and students from abroad in the projects. Erasmus+ projects are key to moving our language school forward, maintaining quality at European level, innovation and learning new things.
Filed in Czech · English published by the European Commission
While the proposed funding increase for the Erasmus+ program is a step forward, it remains insufficient to meet the growing demand for mobility opportunities across Europe and beyond. Universities in the European Union are seeing an unprecedented rise in demand from students and staff seeking international mobility, whether for academic exchanges, research collaborations, or professional development.
I welcome the proposed EU long-term budget (MFF 20282034) as an ambitious framework, but I consider it insufficient to meet the current and future needs of the European Union. It is crucial to increase it in several strategic areas: 1. Education and mobility Erasmus+ Increased allocation to Erasmus+ is a step in the right direction, but it still does not reflect the actual demand or potential of the programme.
Filed in Czech · English published by the European Commission
On behalf of our school, we would like to express strong support for the Erasmus+ programme and call for a significant increase in funding for school education and other education sectors in the next Multiannual Financial Framework. We see Erasmus+ as one of the most impactful EU instruments.
As a mobility coordinator, I have long seen a significant excess of students’ interest in mobility abroad over the financial capacity of faculties to support these applications. The current budget does not allow all quality candidates to be met, so many motivated students have to refrain from mobility even if they meet both academic and linguistic requirements.
Filed in Czech · English published by the European Commission
We ask for an increase in the budget for mobility in KA131-HED-Higher Educational Mobility of Individuals. In any case, it is not enough for every student or employee to benefit from this project, as it would be appropriate for the internationalisation, dissemination and sharing of EU values, especially in the context of the European Alliance projects’ goal of increasing mobility by 50 %.
Filed in Czech · English published by the European Commission
As coordinator of Erasmus+ accreditation at our school, I have to say that the funding provided does not meet the interest and needs of our school. Teachers and pupils who would like to participate are rejected for financial reasons. We received almost half the amount of money we asked for this year. Interest is growing and teachers would like to continue their lifelong learning under the Erasmus+ programme.
Filed in Czech · English published by the European Commission
1. Please make all process online, starting from signature of host, invitaiton, final confimration. Make it completely paperless ( include budget for digitlisation and training) 2. Increase budget for KA21. 3. Make new programs with defined budget where, whole class + teacher go to another University ( students and teachers from host and home institute, learn together)
As an Erasmus+ coordinator and Intercultural communication trainer at a Czech HEI, I would appreciate larger budget for all activities - related not only to E+ mobilities but especially financial and institutional support for projects that aim to progress in the field of internationalisation at home and internationalisation of curriculum.
Hello, I have an important comment on Erasmus+: it is very important to strengthen the budget of Erasmus+, in particular for the VET sector and secondary schools. Erasmus+ is one of the most successful European programmes, and interest in it has been growing year on year. Unfortunately, the budget does not grow at the same pace.
Filed in Czech · English published by the European Commission
Hello, Erasmus+ is an amazing project, the primary school and the Leoš Janáčka school was involved as a partner school in 2015-2017 with Yes for traditional dishes, no more obesity. In the future, I would like to re-engage with the school, which is an indisputable experience that has to be experienced. Erasmus+ should continue.
Filed in Czech · English published by the European Commission
I very much appreciate the European Erasmus+ programme. I consider its existence to be one of the most beneficial tools to strengthen Europeanism, build common values, train, increase individual and common self-esteem. I strongly propose to significantly increase the financial capacity of this programme in order to develop further collaborative and mutual learning projects.
Filed in Czech · English published by the European Commission
As a beneficiary of the Erasmus+ programme, which was accredited in 2021, the programme has enabled us to develop underprivileged students and has enabled students of any socioeconomical background to gain experience abroad. At this point allow me to state the fact that especially in the category of School Education, Erasmus+ programme makes a bigger impact than in e.g.
I support a significant increase in the Erasmus+ budget beyond 2027. I know from my own practice that schools’ interest in international cooperation is growing, but the current budget is not enough. Many quality projects are not supported, limiting opportunities for pupils, teachers and communities alike.
Filed in Czech · English published by the European Commission
In the first half of 2025, the Commission initiated the public consultation regarding the next MFF. Consequently, UNIFE replied to this consultation by filling in the respective questionnaires. Now, after the Commission published its proposal for the next MFF on 16 July, the Commission has opened a new consultation period following the adoption of the proposal.
The proposed GEI is the EUs most ambitious reform of external action funding to date. It promises greater flexibility, faster crisis response and simplification. These investments in international partnerships are an essential ingredient for global security and prosperity, particularly in light of growing fragility and rising needs.
Hope and Homes for Children values the following commitments in the proposed Neighbourhood, Development and International Cooperation Instrument Global Europe (NDICI): Actions under the instrument to apply a human rights-based approach encompassing all human rights That approach shall be guided by the principles of leaving no one behind, equality, non-discrimination on any grounds, including towards persons with…
Příští dlouhodobý rozpočet EU (VFR) Celková obecná pozice: Hospodářská komora České republiky (HK ČR) vítá možnost vyjádřit se k příštímu dlouhodobému rozpočtu EU (VFR). S důrazem na udržitelnost, regionální soudržnost a funkční trh práce akcentujeme potřebu promyšlených, dlouhodobých a vzájemně provázaných opatření, která posílí infrastrukturu i lidský kapitál.
Filed in Czech · English published by the European Commission
Opening of the attached position paper · the full paper is on the Commission’s record (source link above)
UNICEF calls on the European Union to place childrens rights at the heart of its external action, emphasizing that strategic investments in children through ODA are not only morally imperative but also deliver exceptional social and economic returns. Every euro invested in children generates tenfold social value, with specific interventionssuch as immunization, nutrition, and educationyielding even higher returns.
We welcome the substantial increase in funding for external action under the Global Europe Instrument, albeit with caution, as the flexibility principle of this new MFF could make it easy to shift funding from one priority to another, hence decreasing funding for external action.
Bayerische Staatskanzlei MFR 2028+ Bayerische Eckpunkte München, 03. November 2025 2 Am 16. Juli 2025 und 3. September 2025 hat die Europäische Kommission ihre Vorschläge für den nächsten Mehrjährigen Finanzrahmen der Europäischen Union für die Jahre 2028 bis 2034 vorgelegt. Die Beratungen im Rat der Europäischen Union und im EU-Parlament sind angelaufen.
Opening of the attached position paper · the full paper is on the Commission’s record (source link above)
The RATP Group thanks the European Commission for the publication of its proposal for the Global Europe pillar of its next MFF. We welcome the inclusion of transport project funding in the text, a key lever for EU partner countries to progress towards the European Sustainable Development Goals.
Filed in French · English published by the European Commission
October/November 2025 ENEL’S POSITION ON THE NEXT MFF 2028-2034 Views of the Enel Group on the next MFF 2028-2034 in response to the European Commission’s 2nd phase consultations of October/November 2025. This document presents Enel’s views on the European Commission's proposal on the next MFF, answering the 2nd phase consultation. Enel has already provided an answer to the 1st phase consultation in May 2025.
Opening of the attached position paper · the full paper is on the Commission’s record (source link above)
The European Youth Forum is the largest platform for youth organisations operating globally - representing over 100 youth organisations, 6,000 members of members and over 40 million young people. This includes organisations and young people in EU candidate countries.
We welcome the substantial increase in funding for external action under the Global Europe Instrument, albeit with precaution, as the flexibility principle of this new MFF could make it easy to shift funding from one priority to another, hence decreasing funding for external action.
Please see attachment for full feedback. Summary: Key Messages -The EU must maintain its full 1.98 trillion MFF ambition to meet global needs and uphold its credibility as a geopolitical actor. -Only 17% of SDG targets are on track; fragile contexts are falling behind and driving instability, displacement, and food insecurity.
> I. Recommendations re. Global Europe (IFF 20282034): The new Global Europe Instrument should maximize the mobilization of private capital, which most effectively contributes to economic development. This should be achieved in a manner consistent with the goals of the Members States. In the case of Poland eg.
This feedback highlights seven pillars to strengthen the EU budgets strategic impact, transparency, and efficiency. The overarching aim is to move from a compliance-driven culture to a results- and impact-driven investment framework. Pillar 1 Results-Oriented Monitoring & Evaluation Current monitoring focuses too much on invoices and checklists, overshadowing real impact.
The Coalition for Fair Fisheries Arrangements is a European and African-based platform that sensitizes on the impacts of EU-Africa fishing arrangements on African small-scale fisheries. In the attached contribution (see pdf), we look at the future EU funding for fisheries, the role of EU tools such as Sustainable Fisheries Partnership Agreements (SFPAs), and their potential to become central tools for ocean…
We welcome that the Global Europe Instrument will fund investment in health infrastructure, building on successful initiatives especially in the European neighbourhood and enlargement candidate countries. Especially the developing situation in Ukraine needs sustainable EU investment, both to respond to the immediate healthcare needs of war and to create a more resilient and sustainable health system for the future.
The document provides strategic feedback to the European Commission on integrating the European Trade Indexes Registry (EUTIR) into the EUs long-term budget and digital trade framework. It positions EUTIR as a decentralised, interoperable trust infrastructure designed to enhance digital trade by ensuring authenticity, traceability, and machine-readability of trade-related data.
UNFPA welcomes the opportunity to comment on the European Commissions proposal for the EU Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) 20282034 and, within it, the externalaction instrument Global Europe. We recognise the increased ambition~EUR2trillion overall (1.26% of EU GNI) and a proposed EUR200billion for Global Europe, including an indicative EUR25billion for humanitarian aidand the emphasis on competitiveness…
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