Furthermore, economies have a certain capacity to adjust to differing conditions. In Australia this works reasonably well. Current economic conditions The global economy continues to present a mixed picture. In the Asian region, most countries have well and truly recovered from a downturn that occurred in late 2008 and the first few months of 2009. The main exception is Japan.
I am aware that our opportunities to exert influence should not be exaggerated, but needless to say the opportunities are greater if we actually take part in the discussions. Participation in the Governing Council is not limited to merely safeguarding Denmark's interests.