VOICED: Budapest's new metro project waiting for EU funds

The Budapest 4th Metro line aims to alleviate traffic by connecting the city's southern suburbs with the northeast. Initially set to open in 2011, the project faces financial challenges, with costs rising and the global financial crisis impacting city finances. The government seeks €900 million in EU funding, but delays and public dissatisfaction loom as construction halts. Despite EU aid, skepticism about EU membership grows among locals.

What is the primary goal of the Budapest 4th Metro line?

• To increase tourism in Budapest

• To connect the southern suburbs with the northeast

• To reduce pollution in the city

• To create more jobs in the construction sector

What financial issue has the Budapest 4th Metro line project faced?

• Lack of skilled labor

• Rising costs since the project's inception

• Environmental concerns

• Opposition from local businesses

How has the global financial crisis affected the Budapest 4th Metro line project?

• It has increased the project's popularity

• It has worsened the city's financial situation

• It has caused a halt in construction

• It has led to a decrease in passenger numbers

What action did the government take to address the financial challenges of the metro project?

• Increased local taxes

• Sought funding from the European Union

• Reduced the scope of the project

• Delayed the project indefinitely

What is the public's reaction to the delays in the Budapest 4th Metro line project?

• Satisfaction with the project's progress

• Growing skepticism about EU membership

• Indifference towards the project

• Increased support for EU membership