APEC leaders commit to quick economic action

The United States, China, Japan and 18 other economies in Asia and the Americas promised fast and decisive action on Sunday to prevent a severe global economic downturn. With recession gripping parts

Barroso says EU budget stimulus to be significant

The European Commission's economic stimulus plan will include a significant budgetary expansion for European Union members, the president of the EU's executive arm said on Friday. Commission President Jose Manuel Barroso also

Greece approves EUR28 bln bank support plan

Greece gave final approval to a EUR28 bln bank support plan aimed at ensuring access to loans for small- and medium-sized businesses, which make up over half its slowing economy. Parliament approved