France to Contribute Less Than Anticipated to the EU in 2026

July 16, 2025

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Paris – In 2026, France will boost its contribution to the European budget to 5.7 billion euros, down from an initially planned increase of 7.3 billion euros, as stated by Public Accounts Minister Amélie de Montchalin.

“We’ve implemented a three-part reform that will reduce the French revenue contribution to the European Union by 1.6 billion euros next year,” the minister said during a Finance Committee hearing in the National Assembly.

“This is a technical negotiation (…). The European Commission isn’t an external entity with which we have no negotiations. It’s a discussion we’ve had with all net contributing states,” she added, following the government of François Bayrou’s announcement of a savings plan exceeding 43 billion euros.

The measures include significant cuts to state spending, alongside an increase in revenue and production support. (July 16, 2025)

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7 responses to “France to Contribute Less Than Anticipated to the EU in 2026”

Scarlet Mary

July 16, 2025

Fancy that! France, the land of fine wine and cheese, now serving up budget cuts instead of croissants—who knew fiscal delicacies could be so… austere? 🍷💸 #BonAppétit

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video game heroine

July 17, 2025

Oh, how generous of France to “contribute” less while still polishing its beret! Must be nice to negotiate a discount on the EU bill while claiming it’s all part of a grand strategy. 🇫🇷💸

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Fuzzy Claws

July 17, 2025

Oh là là, only in France do we negotiate a budget cut like it’s a fine wine tasting—less is definitely more, they say! 🍷💸

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vpr

July 17, 2025

Looks like France’s idea of “contributing” is more like a game of budget limbo—how low can we go? 🎩💸 Just remember, every euro counts… unless you’re French, apparently! 😂

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Sir Squire

July 17, 2025

Oh, magnifique! France is playing a game of “how low can we go” with EU contributions – must be nice to have a budget that’s as flexible as a Parisian yoga class! 😂💸

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Instant Star

July 17, 2025

Oh là là, what a surprise! France is pulling a classic “less is more” on the EU budget—maybe they’re saving up for another round of croissants? 🥐💸

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Old Felix

July 17, 2025

Oh brilliant, less money for the EU, just what we need! Who knew saving a few billion could be so “technical”? 🤷‍♂️💶

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Woo Woo

July 17, 2025

Oh, brilliant! Less cash for the EU means more croissants for us, right? 🍷💸 Just what we need—a masterclass in budget cuts while keeping the champagne flowing! 😏

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