Criticism by Weber on Veto Threat from Poland and Hungary Concerning EU Budget
The European Union's largest financial package, worth around 1.1 trillion euros, including a corona aid program of 750 billion euros, is under threat as Hungary and Poland have threatened to block its approval. The reason for this standoff lies in the EU's proposed rule of law mechanism, a first-of-its-kind initiative that could financially penalise states violating European fundamental values.
However, the governments of Hungary and Poland have rejected the introduction of this mechanism. Manfred Weber, the leader of the conservative European People's Party group in the European Parliament, has sharply criticised this veto threat. Weber believes that individual states should not hold the EU hostage for selfish reasons.
The rule of law mechanism, if approved, would depoliticize the dispute over the rule of law, according to Weber. It would allow the European Court of Justice, not politics, to decide whether any penalties against rule of law offenders are lawful or not. Weber expressed that anyone who respects the independence of the media and the judiciary has nothing to fear from this new mechanism.
Weber has appealed to Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán and the Polish government, suggesting that they at least consider the new rule of law mechanism. He believes that the mechanism could provide a solution to the ongoing dispute, as it depoliticizes the issue and ensures adherence to European values.
Weber has also suggested that Orbán should at least give the mechanism a chance. He stated that the approval of Hungary and Poland for the rule of law mechanism is a 'crucial test case' for the functionality of the EU. The European Parliament will only release funds if all member states adhere to the European value canon.
In a move to foster open communication, Weber has shared his email address for public communication. He remains hopeful that Hungary and Poland will reconsider their stance and support the rule of law mechanism, ensuring the smooth implementation of the EU's largest financial package.
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