Germany's Minister of State for Europe, Gunther Krichbaum, emphasizes the need for a new approach to EU enlargement and budget priorities amidst ongoing negotiations. He proposes a tiered system for accession candidates and advocates for a shift in focus from agricultural policy to security and technology in the EU budget. With limited room for maneuver, he stresses the urgency of reaching an agreement on the multiannual financial framework by the end of the year.