Ex-premier says Conte not doing enough to fix country’s issues Resignation triggers crisis with no clear solution in sight The exit of junior coalition partner in the middle of the Covid-19 pandemic deals a blow to Giuseppe Conte’s government. Matteo … Read More
The Commission’s $825 billion rescue fund would break many taboos, possibly paving the way for EU taxes and an EU treasury. A radical transformation. –Photographer: Vanden Wijngaert/Bloomberg The European Union has a habit of disappointing when trying to design a joint … Read More
Finance ministers of eurozone countries reached an “excellent accord” on fighting the pandemic-triggered recession. Europe has proven itself to be “a match” for the crisis, said French representative Bruno La Maire. After hours of talks on Thursday, representatives of 19 … Read More
President Macron and Chancellor Merkel embrace at the Charlemagne Prize ceremony in AachenCREDIT: WOLFGANG RATTAY/REUTERS President Emmanuel Macron of France has urged Germany’s leaders to “live up to their responsibilities” in Europe amid foot-dragging from Angela Merkel over his ambitious reform plans … Read More