From the Guardian this morning:
‘A summit to fix the EU’s long-term budget looked in danger of ending in failure after less than a day of talks, with leaders miles apart on how to fill the €75bn (£63bn) hole left by Brexit.
Mark Rutte, the Dutch prime minister, has led the charge of the frugal states against the more expansive demands of the so-called “friends of cohesion” group, who are the largest recipients of funds for the development of the EU’s poorest countries.“
27 member states pulling in different directions. This will be a real test of their cohesion and the plans for the future.
Reducing contact because my heart just isn't in it.
Good Mooring Thursday 16th July 2026
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