With a strong emphasis on economic strength and defence, the plan aims to overhaul farming and regional development funding.

Following are some reactions to the European Commission's proposal on Wednesday for a 2 trillion euro ($2.31 trillion) EU budget for 2028-2034. The proposal places a new emphasis on economic competitiveness and defence while aiming to reform the rules around farm and economic development subsidies.

The EU executive proposed on Wednesday a long-term budget boosted to two trillion euros as Europe confronts complex challenges. EU budget