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EU Funds for Valencia Flood Reconstruction

Spain seeks EU funds to rebuild flood-ravaged areas in Valencia, involving fund redirection and negotiations with the European Commission.

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Climate ChangeEuropean UnionEconomic RecoveryDisaster ResponseEu FundingGovernment AidFlood Relief

European CommissionEuropean UnionBanco Europeo De Inversiones (Bei)IcoSpanish Government

Valdis DombrovskisPedro SánchezCarlos Mazón

What is the estimated cost of the reconstruction effort?: While the government has announced a €10.6 billion aid package, the final cost of the reconstruction is still to be determined, with initial estimates reaching as high as €31 billion.
How does the Spanish government plan to finance the reconstruction?: The plan involves redirecting funds from underutilized lines within the Recovery Plan to address the needs of the damaged regions.
What is the European Commission's stance on the Spanish government's proposal?: The European Commission has shown receptiveness to Spain's proposal, with Vice-President Valdis Dombrovskis highlighting the possibility of redistributing cohesion and recovery funds.
What is the Spanish government's plan to rebuild flood-damaged areas in Valencia?: The Spanish government plans to use European Union funds to rebuild areas devastated by recent floods in Valencia.
What steps are required to secure and utilize the EU funds for the reconstruction?: The process of securing and utilizing the EU funds requires several steps, including completing negotiations on tax reforms and meeting certain milestones set by Brussels before the end of the year.

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