EU Budget Talks Get Their Moment in the Spotlight (Yes, Really)
The European Parliament is rolling out the red carpet—or at least the press conference room—for what might be the most thrilling Tuesday afternoon event since someone discovered you could expense croissants: a briefing on the EU’s long-term budget.
Mark your calendars for 2:00 PM CET on April 28, 2026, when Parliament President Roberta Metsola and budget co-rapporteurs Siegfried Mureşan and Carla Tavares will discuss Parliament’s negotiating position on the Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF). That’s bureaucrat-speak for “how the EU plans to spend its money from 2028 to 2034.”
The press conference follows a plenary vote on the Commission’s budget proposal, and if you’re wondering whether this is a big deal—well, they’re offering interpretation in six languages. That’s how you know Brussels means business.
For the tech-savvy journalist, the event will be available via Interactio, though users are warned to connect 30 minutes early for a “connection test.” Nothing says “important EU business” quite like troubleshooting your browser settings.
The event will take place in the Daphne Caruana Galizia press conference room, a reminder that even in the world of fiscal frameworks and budget allocations, some things matter more than spreadsheets.
Journalists hoping to attend are advised to bring headphones for better sound quality. Because if you’re going to spend your Tuesday afternoon discussing multi-year financial planning, you might as well hear every thrilling detail.