2025 is a pivotal year for the protection of social rights!
AGE endorses a joint statement calling on the European Commission, member states, and the European Parliament to prioritise and safeguard social spending.
Mark Rutte, NATO Secretary-General, has twice this year stated that Europe’s defence spending is too low, blaming the European social model—particularly funding for health and pensions. He is pushing for EU member states to increase national military defence spending while reducing public investment in social protection.
This comes after years of austerity policies that have severely impacted people’s lives, human rights, and dignity.
AGE endorses a joint statement calling on the European Commission, member states, and the European Parliament to prioritise and safeguard social spending.
In the face of mounting pressure to redirect funds towards military and defence budgets, it is crucial to protect social welfare and ensure that budgetary decisions uphold people’s well-being, fostering a society for all ages.
SIGNATORIES
- European Anti-Poverty Network (EAPN)
- Caritas Europa
- COFACE Families Europe
- Emmaüs Europe
- Eurochild
- Eurodiaconia
- European Network against Racism (ENAR)
- European Roma Grassroots Organisations (ERGO)
- Network FEANTSA PICUM (Platform for International Cooperation on Undocumented Migrants)
- Social Platform
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