European Parliament says EU to allocate 40 bn to Africa in next budget
TUNIS – The European Union intends to allocate 40 billion euros towards Africa in its next budget, said European Parliament President Antonio Tajani on October 31, 2017.
He spoke at a press conference following his speech at the Tunisian Parliament in Bardo Palace, and emphasised how Tunisia will benefit from the budget increase.
He said development opportunities and investment in Africa are essential in the fight against undocumented migration to Europe, above and beyond strengthening border controls.
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“We need 40 billion euros to generate 400 billion euros of leverage,” Tajani said, adding that the 3.7 billion euros allocated in the current budget aren’t enough.
“Words won’t convince migrants to stay at home. We must give them a chance to have a decent life,” he said.
Source: ANSA
Oral Ofori is Founder and Publisher at www.TheAfricanDream.net, a digital storyteller and producer, and also an information and research consultant.
