MFF: Some areas of FP10 "still lack clarity and consistency" according to the EUA

The European University Association (EUA) "is pleased to note that many of its recommendations have been reflected in the proposal for what will be the European Union’s tenth Framework Programme for Research & Innovation (FP10). Nevertheless, some areas still lack clarity and consistency, which will need to be addressed in collaboration with the programme beneficiaries and the broader R&I community", declares the association on 29/09/2025.

The organisation is reacting to the European Commission's proposal for the 2028-2034 European budget, and especially for the R&I programme Horizon Europe. With a proposed future budget of €175 Bn, up from €93.5 Bn, the programme sees an increase in funding of 87.2%.

"Horizon Europe must remain focused on excellent research, including collaborative research, rather than being repurposed as a tool to deliver industrial or short-term political objectives."

"The decision to maintain Horizon Europe as a stand-alone programme, with its own legal base, budget and branding, is a clear sign of the European Commission’s commitment to research and innovation"…