Source: European Parliament
Question for written answer E-001613/2025
to the Commission
Rule 144
Anna Maria Cisint (PfE), Susanna Ceccardi (PfE), Silvia Sardone (PfE), Isabella Tovaglieri (PfE), Roberto Vannacci (PfE), Paolo Borchia (PfE)
Given the delicate economic and social situation facing the European Union, with global challenges requiring careful allocation of resources, the Commission’s decision to finance ‘The European Qur’an’ project to the tune of almost EUR 10 million warrants further investigation.
At a time when the public and businesses are calling for support and concrete responses, it is vital to understand the priorities underpinning the Union’s action and the extent to which they adhere to the founding principles of its institutions.
In view of the above:
- 1.Can the Commission explain the political and cultural objective of ‘The European Qur’an’ project and how it forms part of the Union’s strategic priorities?
- 2.Who are the direct and indirect beneficiaries of the funding, and what criteria were used to select them?
- 3.How does this funding align with the principle of religious neutrality enshrined in the EU’s founding treaties?
Submitted: 23.4.2025