Members of the European Parliament held a “This is Europe” debate with Portugal’s Prime Minister Luís Montenegro focused on the EU’s priorities for the coming years, the Parliament said in a press release.
What Parliament is doing
The debate brought together MEPs and Prime Minister Montenegro to discuss the Union’s long-term budget, the energy transition and EU competitiveness. The event was organised under the “This is Europe” format, according to the European Parliament’s press release.
Why it matters
According to the Parliament’s summary, three themes dominated the exchange. First, participants focused on the scope and ambition of the next multiannual financial framework, commonly referred to as the EU’s long-term budget. Second, the debate addressed the transition of Europe’s energy systems, described in the press release as the “energy transition.” Third, discussions centered on maintaining and improving the EU’s competitiveness.
What happens next
The press release does not specify follow-up steps, legislative proposals, or procedural timelines resulting from the debate. It reports the topics discussed and identifies the participants as MEPs and the Prime Minister of Portugal, Luís Montenegro, within the “This is Europe” debate format.
Source: European Parliament press release
