The conflict between Brussels and Berlin over the euro zone economy is escalating.
On Friday (14 November) German Finance Minister Hans Eichel said ahead of the German SPD Party Congress that Brussels' interpretation of the euro rules was "a purely mechanical procedure".
"The pact is not criminal law, rather a framework. It is not about sinners or even criminals, but acting responsibly economically", he said.
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Lisbeth founded EUobserver in 2000 and is responsible to the Board for effective strategic leadership, planning and performance. After graduating from the Danish School of Media and Journalism, she worked as a journalist, analyst, and editor for Danish media.