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All items tagged EU economic policyGlobal Must Read ArticlesMay 25, 2010 | Taming the European Monster“There is only one way out of the euro crisis: The euro-zone countries must regain the confidence of the financial markets. But that is only possible if they clean up their budgets.” ++ Unregulated financial markets pose the single greatest threat to the economy. ++ By failing to create a strong foundation for a monetary union, the euro-zone governments themselves are responsible for ... MoreMay 12, 2010 | Large Oversights in European BailoutThere was an important oversight in the €1 Trillion bailout designed to rescue the European economy and end speculation against the euro, namely the failure to hold creditors responsible. ++ “ The fact that the creditors to Greece and other problem countries are not being made to take part in cleaning up the budget problems is the central failure in this rescue package.” ++ ... MoreApril 7, 2010 | 2014 Solution Inadequate for 2010 CrisisThe European Union should consider issuing sovereign debt in order to accelerate economic recovery and restore growth potential in the coming decade. ++ “Raising EU debt through a joint and several guarantee of all 27 member states would ensure a ‘triple A’ credit rating.” ++ As EU member states endure their worst economic crisis since the 1930s, the time has come to act with greater urgency ... MoreMarch 29, 2010 | The "German Question" for the 21st CenturyThe “German Question” has returned, only this time the concern is not over an aggressive, expansionist state in the heart of Europe, but of an introverted power overly concerned with its own self-interest. ++ Chancellor Merkel’s hostility toward a German bail-out for Greece is evidence that Germany is seeking to define its interests more narrowly. ++ “Whether it is economics or foreign affairs, ... MoreMarch 24, 2010 | Eurozone Seeks a Leader: Merkel Says "Nein Danke"“The European Union has been unable to deliver because Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany, Europe’s biggest, richest country, has been unwilling to lead.” ++ Greece has adopted tough new austerity measures designed to get its fiscal house in order, but thus far Germany has refused to provide the crucial loan guarantees Greece is seeking. ++ If Chancellor Merkel is unwilling to provide such ... MoreMarch 11, 2010 | European Economic Government WantedWhat used to be inconceivable, is today desirable and even essential. ++ As mentioned by the President of the EU, a European economic government should be the centre of all the EU efforts and attention for three reasons. ++ First, the crisis revealed the lack of coordination among national member states’ economies; second, the failed Lisbon strategy proved the EU needs to ... MoreMarch 3, 2010 | The EU Has a Voice, FinallyEU’s President Herman Van Rompuy gave his strongest speech to date last week. ++ Economic governance and strengthening ties with emerging powers were identified as the main areas to improve Europe’s role in the world. ++ Surprisingly enough, Europe’s difficulties as well as challenges were mentioned, including the damaged EU-US relationship ++ “In spite of current impressions, ... More |
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