Payments under NextGenerationEU reach €400 billion

The European Commission has today disbursed a combined €5.85 billion to Germany and Slovakia under the Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF) – the centrepiece of NextGenerationEU – bringing the total RRF funds disbursed across the EU to over €400 billion. This landmark figure underscores the Facility’s pivotal role in driving transformative reforms and investments that accelerate Europe’s energy independence, the green and digital transitions, and the Union’s long-term resilience and competitiveness.As NextGenerationEU enters its final phase, its impact is increasingly tangible – strengthening the EU’s ability to navigate the energy crisis while laying the foundations for a sustainable, innovative, and inclusive future.

With the RRF set to conclude at the end of 2026, Member States must complete all remaining milestones by August 2026 and submit final payment requests by September 2026.

President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen said: ”Reaching €400 billion in NextGenerationEU disbursements is more than a milestone—it is proof of Europe’s determination to turn crisis into opportunity. We are building a Union that is greener, more competitive, and fairer for all. As we enter the final phase of this historic programme, our focus remains clear: delivering results that secure Europe’s resilience, leadership in the global green transition, and prosperity for generations to come.”

Source: European Commission