The European Parliament is scheduled to debate the outcome of the 15-16 October European Council meeting during its plenary session on Wednesday, 21 October 2026. The discussion will focus on the EU’s 2028-2034 long-term budget, support for Ukraine, competitiveness, the Middle East, defence and security, migration and enlargement. Members of the European Parliament will also discuss the priorities and funding needs of the next Erasmus+ programme with European Commission Executive Vice-President Roxana Mînzatu. Parliament is seeking a substantial budget and broader access for young people from different economic, social, geographical and cultural backgrounds. A vote is planned for Thursday. The winner of the 2026 Daphne Caruana Galizia Prize for Journalism will be announced at an evening ceremony opened by Parliament President Roberta Metsola. Ten investigations have been shortlisted. Earlier in the day, lawmakers will debate the rule of law in Malta, nine years after the journalist’s assassination. Other items on the agenda include EU-Canada relations, preparations for COP31, the proposed circular economy act and measures to reduce costs and reporting requirements for companies. Members are also due to vote on the 2027 EU budget, anti-counterfeiting measures for the euro, Euro-Mediterranean relations, solidarity funding and employment and vocational education policies. Post navigation Zelenskyy Urges Push for Peace Talks