We would certainly encourage the Italian government to put forward an ambitious agenda of reform.

To try to correct imbalances with trade restrictions is a grave error.

So the American economy needs the world, and the world needs the American economy.

Masood Ahmed brings to the position of director of external relations extensive experience gained in a range of senior positions in international finance and development.

Oil prices have certainly become a threat for the world economy.

We also need a fund that can say 'no'.

We believe that the Federal Reserve has to carry on with a progressive increase in interest rates as a consequence of the American economy.