Euro banknotes are seen in this photo illustration, taken on January 26, 2026.
Photo Credit: NurPhoto/Jakub Porzycki

Eurobonds: Despite objections, they are more needed than ever

The rupture in the global economic order caused by US actions makes it more imperative for Europe to accelerate its strategic autonomy, including establishment of upgraded Eurobonds, Olivier Blanchard and Ángel Ubide argue.

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