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Debate | 19/02/2008

The symbolic power of the euro

by Sabine SeifertThe symbolic power of the euro

Fifteen of the 27 EU states belong to the euro zone. While the "old” EU states Britain, Denmark and Sweden have chosen to remain outside the currency union, the new eastern European members are particularly eager to join. How strong is the unifying power of the euro? » more

Article | 19/02/2008

A crisis spreads around the world

by Oliver StockA crisis spreads around the world

Oliver Stock explains how US property owners with insufficient funds are causing the world economy to falter. What kind of consequences will the crisis have in Europe? » more

Essay | 19/02/2008

The Euro Shows: History Rewards the Brave

by Eckart D. StratenschulteThe Euro Shows: History Rewards the Brave

Since 2002, the euro has been the means of payment in twelve EU countries. Even though people were sceptical at first; now everybody has become used to carrying a piece of Europe in his/her purse. In his essay, Eckart Stratenschulte describes how the 1970 idea of a common currency was put into effect in 1998. » more

From the press | 19/02/2008

A symbol of inflation or identification?

15 EU states already have the euro. Four others have applied to introduce it but do not yet fulfil the strict criteria set by the European Central Bank (ECB). European politicians disagree about the policy pursued by the ECB. How does the euro affect European relations? » more

Links | 19/02/2008

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Here you will find links to articles on the history of the euro and European fiscal policy as well as links to opinion surveys and official websites. » more

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