Commentary Against: Euro bonds destroy the euro
Economist Hüther talks about clearly defined projects that would be suitable for common debt. This should worry us when looking at Germany's special assets.
Michael Hüther, an economist close to employers, is advocating for a European community of debt, specifically Euro-Bonds. This comes as Germany fights to maintain its top credit rating. Hüther's proposal is made ahead of a meeting between Chancellor Friedrich Merz and leaders of net contributor states, who aim to keep the EU Commission's budget in check. He suggests that joint debt could fund specific, well-defined projects.
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