I mean, the world has already done a big, big effort to forget debt to countries heavily indebted and with low income. And that has given good chances to countries to get out of poverty.

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

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.

Oil prices have certainly become a threat for the world 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.

I mean, the world has already done a big, big effort to forget debt to countries heavily indebted and with low income. And that has given good chances to countries to get out of poverty.