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> On a more practical level, they would need to ditch the Maastricht rules on fiscal discipline I think this has been suggested by Ursula von der Leyen. Europe
by palata 2y ago
> On a more practical level, they would need to ditch the Maastricht rules on fiscal discipline
I think this has been suggested by Ursula von der Leyen. Europe has to get united and get to the point where it can defend itself. The US has definitely proven that they are unreliable, so it has to be done. But it will take some time, and in the meantime Europe has to rely on the US. If not as allies, then as partners.
The US have been threatening to become enemies, but that's not (yet) the case, which is why the EU is still considering relying on a partner.
- t_mann 2y agoAlmost nothing of relevance can be done overnight, but the first step is always the most important one. I haven't heard of that comment by vdL yet, maybe they're ready to take it, but the proof is in the pudding.
- mrighele 2y ago"Von der Leyen outlined the five-point plan at a critical time for the future of Europe's security. One of them is a proposal to suspend strict budget rules to allow member states to ramp up "their defence expenditures without triggering the excessive deficit procedure," Von der Leyen said.[1]" [1] https://www.dw.com/en/eus-von-der-leyen-proposes-800-billion-defense-plan/a-71819582 https://www.dw.com/en/eus-von-der-leyen-proposes-800-billion...
- t_mann 2y agoThanks. That does sound like it could be a pragmatic solution, if they go through with it.