The European Parliament will convene in Strasbourg on Monday evening to address crucial issues shaping the European Union’s future. Key topics on the agenda include discussions surrounding the EU’s multiannual budget priorities and the approval of a new EU innovation program focused on defense. Lawmakers will also focus on tackling the ongoing cost of living crisis impacting citizens across the Union. Additionally, the Parliament will consider measures to safeguard patients by protecting them against the dangers of falsified medicines. These debates represent significant steps in the legislative process for the European Union. The aim is to address pressing economic and security concerns while prioritizing public health within the EU.