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Remarks by Paschal Donohoe following the Eurogroup meeting of 16 October 2023

· Paschal Donohoe, President of the Eurogroup (Euro area (EU))

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· Paschal Donohoe Wiki · Eurogroup WikiRemarks by Paschal Donohoe following the Eurogroup meeting of 16 October 2023

ContextPress remarks in Luxembourg after a long meeting of euro area finance ministers; the Eurogroup coordinates economic policies for the single currency and reviews budget plans.

Why it mattersMinisters name inflation as the main challenge for 2024 budgets.

Problems raised
  1. Inflation is the main challenge for 2024.
  2. Inflation affects fiscal policy and labour markets.
  3. Financial stability needs watching.
Solutions proposed
  1. Implement reforms and investments under the recovery facility.
  2. Tackle inflation through coordinated policy.
  3. Follow euro area recommendations.
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