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The French Presidential debate A war too late

Nicolas Véron comments on the economic issues of the Presidential Debate in France. Click here to download this comment. This comment was also published by La Tribune.

By: Nicolas Véron Date: March 4, 2007 Topic: European Macroeconomics & Governance

Nicolas Véron comments on the economic issues of the Presidential Debate in France.

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This comment was also published by La Tribune.

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Speakers: Nicholas Bloom, Michael Froman, Mario Mariniello, Sara Matthieu and Luca Visentini Topic: European Macroeconomics & Governance Location: Academy Palace

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The EU needs a more targeted strategy to increase its presence in this strategic and thriving sector, building on its existing strengths, while accommodating its relatively low domestic needs.

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