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State of the Union (continuation of debate)
Now that it is time to take stock of the state of the Union over the past year, we must be proud of the EU. Despite the shadows, which have also been there, we cannot ignore that the European management of the crisis has been positive, creating a safety net for citizens when it was most needed. Examples of this success are the vaccination campaign or the management of the ERTE. However, it is crucial not to fall into complacency. As we have already learned from past crises, the real challenge now arises, when it comes to deciding what to do with the Recovery Plan, which will lay the foundations for the Europe of the future. And this future involves intelligently resolving open fronts. The first is to ensure that funds are spent and well spent. The Recovery Plan should be geared towards the green transition, digitalisation and sustainability. In short, to ensure a more prosperous future for the next generation. Step by step Europe must walk towards the light that appears at the end of the tunnel and be aware that falling into triumphalism will only lead us to stumble again with the same mistakes that we have already made in the past.