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Italian Minister Seeks EU Flexibility on Budget Deficits Amid Global Economic Turmoil

Italy’s economy minister, Giancarlo Giorgetti, has hinted that the European Union may reassess its stringent budget deficit rules for member states, citing the ongoing economic repercussions of the US-Israel conflict with Iran. The EU’s existing requirement for member states to maintain budget deficits below 3 percent of GDP may be up for review. Giorgetti expressed his concerns to reporters in Rome, stating that a European-wide discussion on the matter is likely if the current economic situation does not improve. He has already brought the issue to the attention of his European counterparts.

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