Fourteen EU member states oppose the European Commission's plans for a centralized budget management system, advocating for a distinct budget and region-based allocation to address socio-economic disparities. Concerns arise over the potential merging of funding streams into a single pot per member state, which could undermine regional interests. The proposal for the next EU budget is set to be presented by Ursula von der Leyen on July 16, amidst rising criticism from various stakeholders. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)