Overview
- The plan, referred to in working texts as the European Military Mobility Enhanced Response System, could be activated within 48 hours during a crisis.
- Military transport operations would receive priority access to EU transport networks, infrastructure and associated services.
- Temporary exemptions would cover driving and rest times, national reporting obligations, and environmental and noise rules to prevent delays.
- The package includes a proposed €17.65 billion allocation in the next long-term EU budget to upgrade roads, rail bridges, ports and airports for heavy equipment.
- The draft will now be considered by EU member states and the European Parliament, following earlier criticism from the European Court of Auditors over exhausted funds and weak prioritization.