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30 July 2025
The proposed reform of the Common Agricultural Policy marks a major shift, giving national governments more control while cutting red tape and merging funding streams. While it includes welcome steps like a “starter pack” for young farmers, the removal of climate ringfencing and continued reliance on outdated land-based subsidies risk undermining sustainability and innovation.
29 July 2025
While acknowledging crucial strategic areas, the current MFF proposal remains rather conservative and might be cut back further. The proposal is still far off from future-proofing the European budget. Institutionalising proposals such as a Future Share concept to safeguard future-oriented investments would ensure Europe’s strategic autonomy, global competitiveness, and long-term resilience. Otherwise, even ambitious visions might become lost in translation.
1 July 2025
When EU officials travel to countries with politically sensitive contexts such as Serbia and Georgia, these are not mere ceremonial gestures. Rather, these official visits are essential for grasping the realities on the ground.
As the EU advances towards sustainability, it confronts complex issues in industrial policy, international trade, and relations. Avoiding idealistic visions for a Green Utopia, it is time for a pragmatic, technology-focused strategy to effectively meet its climate targets and promote a sustainable, prosperous future.
ELF Study 7 explores key aspects of industrial sustainability, economic growth, and policy execution – a detailed analysis of the EU’s progress towards sustainability.