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European Union Confirms Cancellation of 2 Million Euro Grant to Biennale Foundation

The announcement follows an official recommendation by the European Commission earlier this month

The Art Journal23 July, 2026

Russian Pavilion, Venice. Photo: © Marco Cappelletti

The European Union has confirmed that they will cancel their €2 million multiyear grant to the Biennale Foundation as a result of Russia’s participation in the 61st Venice Biennale. 

The announcement follows an official recommendation by the European Commission earlier this month, which advised that its European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA) pull €2 million funding for the Venice Biennale.

In a statement, a Commission spokesperson said: ‘Cultural events, funded by European taxpayers’ money, should safeguard democratic values, foster open dialogue, diversity and freedom of expression – values which are not respected in today’s Russia.’


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