The MFF 2014-2020: lessons to be learned and the way forward

This report examines the negotiations for the 2014-2020 Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF). It aims to identify key lessons learned from that process to improve future budget planning and decision-making within the EU.

The findings will inform future interinstitutional relations and budget negotiations, potentially affecting how the EU budget is set and managed, and how effectively it serves Union priorities.