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Economic Survey of Italy 2009: The impact of the crisis and the potential for fiscal stimulus

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Economic Survey of Italy 2009

How is the recession affecting Italy’s fiscal situation? What steps should the government take when the economy recovers? How healthy are Italy’s banks? What regulatory reforms are needed? What about plans for fiscal federalism? How does Italy’s education measure up?

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