The German and French economy ministers have asked experts in Berlin and Paris to come up with reform recommendations for both countries in an apparent attempt to avert a full-blown clash between the euro zone heavyweights over economic policy.
An exchange between Hans Werner Sinn and Massimo Bordignon
European policymakers are currently busy addressing two issues: moribund investment and banks on extended sick leave. Some observers might be tempted to segregate these issues. While investment would be in the remit of States, the financial health...
Ladies and gentlemen, the Vice-President and I are very pleased to welcome you to our press conference. I would like to thank Governor Visco for his kind hospitality and express our special gratitude to his staff for the excellent organisation of today’s...
1. Introduction
Mr Chairman, Honourable Members of the Economic and Monetary Affairs Committee, Ladies and Gentlemen,
Il governo Renzi è tacciato di soffrire di "annuncite". La critica non è senza fondamento, ma viene da chiedersi: «Da che pulpito?». Se vi è un protagonista che del male soffre è l'Europa. Ne è un esempio la conclamata "svolta di Milano".
Commentary on Ecofin and Eurogroup meetings in Milano on 12-13 SeptemberIt is clear that the EUROZONE needs a hefty monetary and fiscal demand stimulus to reemerge from the doldrums, but it is equally clear that rampant mistrust between the member states...
