EU Response to the economic and financial crisis

EU Response to the economic and financial crisis

The economic crisis has prompted intense and sustained action by the EU's national governments, the European Central Bank and the Commission. All have been working closely together to support growth and employment, ensure financial stability, and put in place a better governance system for the future.

Last update: 09 February 2012

Key events – February 2012
05 February 2012 | Financial operations and instruments in support of EU policies

Staff teams from the World Bank (WB), European Commission (EC) and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) visited Bucharest from January 24 until February 6 for the regular review of Romania’s economic programme. The objectives of the programme are to solidify economic growth, while maintaining macroeconomic and financial stability.

01 February 2012 | Economic Governance

Mr Barroso said ""The European Council was a first but a significant step of Heads of State and Government in recognising that it is not enough to focus on financial stability and economic discipline alone."

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  • 01/03/2012 - 02/03/2012 : Brussels European Council
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