The overall picture is that the world and the European economy is quite solid, said the European Affairs Minister Pierre Moscovici this Thursday.
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“¢ Believes that Europe requires long-lasting reform.
“¢ On Italian budget specifics, cites have not rejected the Italian budget yet.
“¢ In the interest of Italy to reduce its debt.
“¢ Will try to convince Italy on the budget rules.
“¢ The true problem in Italy is how to lift productivity.
“¢ The situation in Greece is getting better, but first, we need to know the primary surplus in Greece.