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![]() ![]() ![]() Countries which have ditched their national currencies in favour of the euro are told not to use unreturned national cash to reduce their budget deficits. ![]() ![]() The euro has passed its biggest test yet with flying colours, but more challenges lie ahead for the new currency. ![]() ![]() BBC News Online monitors the reaction to the launch of euro notes and coins in 12 European countries on 1 January. ![]() ![]() The Netherlands is handing out euro "starter packs" to ease its citizens into the new era. But even free money can't persuade shoppers to brave the cold. ![]() ![]() The Danish Foreign Minister Per Stig Moeller says his government wants to join the euro "some day", but does not want to be rushed. ![]() ![]() The Italian tourist industry hopes to benefit from the introduction of the euro, but a chaotic launch and price hikes have damaged their prospects. ![]() ![]() Eurozone retailers are gearing up for the launch of euro notes and coins in January, but as BBC News Online discovers, they face numerous pitfalls. ![]() ![]() As E-day looms, the single currency is becoming one of the biggest issues on government agendas across Europe. |
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