European Union
Hungary's Government Info press briefing presented a stark opposition to the European Commission's draft budget, which allocates a significant portion of funds to Ukraine while cutting support for Hungarian farmers and cohesion policy. Minister Gergely Gulyas described the proposal as a 'pro-Ukraine budget,' highlighting
European Union
In the face of uncertainty and instability in Europe, the European Parliament's group majority leaders have expressed their unwavering support for a revamped long-term budget that addresses the Union's pressing challenges. The leaders, representing EPP, S&D, Renew, and Greens/EFA groups, welcomed the European
European Union
The European Commission has unveiled a bold budget plan for the European Union's next multiannual financial framework, spanning 2028-2034. The proposed budget of 2 trillion euros is nearly a 15% increase from the current 2021-2027 cycle, with an average allocation of 1.26% of the bloc's
Cabinet officials
As the country faces economic storm clouds gathering, the Government remains committed to ending one-off cost-of-living measures, despite a warning from the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI) that removing these measures will lead to poverty and inequality. The ESRI has cautioned that while temporary measures have been successful in
Cabinet officials
The government of South Africa has issued a budget vote for the Department of Land Reform and Rural Development for the 2025/2026 financial year, allocating R9.820 billion, with R6.168 billion dedicated to land reform and restitution programs. This budget reflects a constitutional obligation to secure land access,
Cabinet officials
The National Treasury budget vote, totaling R91.835 billion, presented by Minister of Finance Enoch Godongwana, reflects an average growth rate of 6.2% from 2024/25 to 2027/28. The largest allocation goes to the South African Revenue Service (SARS), which receives R45.760 billion for operations and capital
Cabinet officials
The 2025/26 health budget vote in South Africa's Parliament has set a significant tone for the nation's healthcare system amidst a tumultuous 2025 Budget process. Minister of Health Dr. Aaron Motsoaledi's budget address highlighted the country's pressing infrastructure issues, the impact
Cabinet officials
Despite the myriad challenges it faces, South Africa's education system must stand resolute, with a strong foundation that nurtures, develops, and protects its young people, said Minister of Basic Education, Ms Siviwe Gwarube. In her budget vote speech in the National Council of Provinces (NCOP), she outlined five
Cabinet officials
As the effects of climate change worsen, countries across the African continent are facing significant challenges in meeting the 2030 deadline for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). According to Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Ronald Lamola, more than 85% of the SDGs are currently off track, with
Legislative bills
The National Assembly has passed an extra budget bill worth 31.8 trillion won ($23.3 billion) in a 168-3 vote, with only lawmakers from the ruling Democratic Party (DP) participating. The approval comes 30 days after the launch of the new government and 11 days after the budget proposal
Legislative bills
U.S. Representative Salud Carbajal (D-CA-24) released a scathing statement following the final passage of the Republican reconciliation bill, citing extreme and unprecedented cuts to essential programs like Medicaid and food assistance. The bill, which now heads to the President's desk, has been met with fierce opposition from
Legislative bills
The budget reconciliation bill that passed the US House of Representatives and is set to be signed into law by Donald Trump is a catastrophic measure that will ravage the lives of millions of Americans. The bill's massive cuts to Medicaid, combined with expiring Obamacare subsidies, will result
