14:31 22 January 2025
Donald Tusk calls on Europe for a turnaround in energy prices
During a European Parliament debate on January 22, Polish PM Donald Tusk called for confidence in Europe's enduring greatness, emphasizing the need for collective strength amid global uncertainty. Presenting Poland’s EU Council Presidency priorities, he highlighted the critical importance of military security and proposed allocating 5% of GDP to defense, urging EU nations to bolster border protection and invest in joint projects like the Eastern Shield.
Tusk criticized Europe's energy prices as unsustainable, advocating a thorough review of Green Deal regulations to address economic competitiveness and prevent further price hikes. He warned against hastily implementing ETS2 for buildings and transport, stressing that unchecked energy costs could destabilize democratic governments and hinder Europe's global standing.
(wnp.pl)
