Keywords: Public spending


Italy calls for EU budget flexibility on energy spending

Italy has urged the European Commission to allow greater flexibility in budget rules so that energy-related spending can be treated similarly to defence expenditures. The proposal reflects mounting pressure on European governments to address rising energy costs affecting households and businesses. Italian......

Argentina: Milei seeks to criminalize support for deficit budgets in Congress

Argentine President Javier Milei announced two key measures aimed at legally safeguarding budget balance and reinforcing his zero-deficit policy, central to his economic agenda. The announcement comes amid heightened tensions between the executive and Congress, following the approval of laws and the......

Akhannouch tightens budgetary controls to curb unnecessary spending

In response to pressing economic challenges and significant ongoing reforms, Morocco's Prime Minister, Aziz Akhannouch, has issued a stern directive to his team, mandating stricter budget management. The primary goal is to limit operational expenditures while optimizing investments. Budgetary discipline......

Argentina Plans to Leave WHO Following US Decision

Argentina has announced its withdrawal from the World Health Organization (WHO), mirroring a similar move by the United States last month. President Javier Milei’s office confirmed the decision, citing fundamental disagreements over health policies, particularly in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Spokesman......

Morocco's Prudent Public Spending Spurs Continued Investment Growth

Morocco has sustained positive momentum in public investments despite facing economic headwinds, as per government data. Mustapha Baitas, the government spokesperson and delegate-minister for parliamentary relations, highlighted an 83% execution rate for public projects during a recent press briefing. Baitas......