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Economy, finance and the euro

The European Commission strives to improve the economic welfare of the EU, the economic and monetary union, and beyond - through policies promoting jobs, growth and investment, and ensuring sustainable public finances and financial stability.

The EU's economic governance framework aims to detect, prevent and correct problematic economic trends, such as excessive government deficits or public debt levels.

As a global economic power the EU plays a constructive role in shaping the international community’s response to the most pressing economic challenges.