Brussels, 05/03/2009 (Agence Europe) - After an exchange of views on the impact of the financial crisis on the competitiveness of the European economy as a whole, EU Industry Ministers held a long discussion on the specific situation of the car industry, and adopted conclusions confirming the need for urgent action with short-term measures that are consistent with those of the long term, while, at the same time, abiding by internal market and state aid rules.
The Council hailed the speed of...