CLEAN: EU budget battle begins with spending rise request

The video discusses the state of European national budgets, highlighting that most are growing, with only a few focused on reduction. It anticipates tough negotiations but hopes for a smoother process than in 2011. The video also covers the decommitment of funds, zero growth in budget history, and the impact of the multiannual framework on payments. It concludes with a note on the logic of conciliation and the importance of addressing the public.

What was the situation of national budgets in Europe in 2011?

What does the speaker anticipate regarding the negotiations?

What was unique about the budget commitments mentioned?

What challenges were faced due to the late start of the multiannual framework?

How does the speaker describe the 2012 budget in relation to the press?