Reform of the European Stability Mechanism (ESM)
On 4 December 2018, the Eurogroup agreed on a reform of the European Stability Mechanism (ESM). In the run-up to forthcoming changes to the ESM Treaty, cep analyses the Eurogroup’s political agreements.
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The Eurogroup agreed on changes regarding the criteria for Euro States to apply for ESM credit lines. Also, in case of unsustainable public debt of a Euro State, single limb collective action clause should enable creditor participation. Finally, the ESM is to serve as a common backstop for the Single Resolution Fund (SRF).
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