France, Germany Diverge on EU 2028-2034 Budget; Costa Tours Capitals

France and Germany hold opposing positions on the EU's next multi-year budget (2028-2034), prompting European Council President Antonio Costa to visit capitals, including Paris on September 15, to seek compromise. The core dispute centers on budget size and priorities, though specifics remain undisclosed. This early positioning signals a contentious negotiation that could shape EU fiscal policy and influence market sentiment on European integration.