This regulation seeks to enhance the efficiency of the EU guarantee under the InvestEU programme and reduce administrative burdens. An increase of 4.5 billion euros in the guarantee is expected to mobilise around 70 billion euros in additional investments to accelerate the green and digital transitions. Key priorities include sustainable infrastructure, social investments, and defence to bolster the EU’s competitiveness. Reporting requirements for small businesses and projects will be streamlined to improve access to funding. The regulation also aims to strengthen transparency and oversight of fund utilisation.