• The European Parliament seeks €200 billion for Horizon Europe.
• The proposed budget is €25 billion more than the European Commission's proposal.
• MEPs also want increased funding for Erasmus+ and the European Competitiveness Fund.
• The budget negotiations are for the 2028-34 programme.

The European Parliament's push for increased funding may indicate a growing recognition of the importance of research and innovation in driving economic growth and competitiveness. This could suggest a shift in EU priorities towards supporting strategic companies and technologies, which may have significant implications for the European research landscape.