Site information

(25 sites)

1. Austrian Federal Ministry of Finance
   Government or public organisation
   Euro link:
   http://www.bmwa.gv.at/bmwa/aktuell/top.htm
   Abstract
   These pages offer the option of ordering two books published by the Ministry free of charge. One is titled 'The Economic aspects of the transition from the Schilling to the Euro'. The other, 'The Euro - Aspects of implementation for corporations'. There is also a separate dedicated web site called "The Euro-Initiative of the Austrian Ministry of Finance'. This can be visited at http://www.euro.gv.at. It contains the national changeover plan.
   HQ: Austria
   Core operations: Western Europe
   Language: German
2. Belgian Federal Government
   Government or public organisation
   Euro link:
   http://euro.fgov.be/
   Abstract
   This is the official Euro Web page of the Belgian Government, covering the changeover to the Euro. It contains official documents such as the "National changeover plan in the financial sector" 96 and 97 version. Also reports issued by the four working groups: "Admi euro" for the public sector; "Com euro" for communication policies; "Eco euro" for the non-financial sector; and "Fin euro" for the financial sector. Texts from key speeches are available.
   HQ: Belgium
   Core operations: Western Europe
   Language: French, Dutch, English and German
   
3. Danish Ministry of Economic Affairs (Okonomiministeriet)
   Government or public organisation
   Euro link:
   http://www.oem.dk/eng/eco/index.html
   Abstract
   Report on the Euro available online or in Adobe PDF Format.To reach it, go through "Publications from the Ministry of Economic Affairs". It has extensive coverage of how the Euro will effect the Danish economy and Danish businesses.
   HQ: Denmark
   Core operations: Western Europe
   Language: English and Danish
4. Department of Finance of Sweden
   Government or public organisation
   Euro link:
   http://www.sb.gov/info_rosenbad/department/finans/ds9
   Abstract
   This is the web site for the Swedish Government. The above link takes you to a very substantial document on the Euro available as an Adobe PDF download. It includes chapters on legislation; the financial sector; the converting public debt into the Euro also issuance of new debt in Euro. The private and public sector along with the Euro and citizens. Preparations for the single currency are also mentioned. The Swedish changeover plan is available at http://www.sb.gov.se/info_rosenbad/departement/finans/ds97_59/index.html
   HQ: Sweden
   Core operations: Western Europe
   Language: Swedish and English
5. Dutch Ministry of Finance
   Government or public organisation
   Abstract
   Use the search to locate information on the Euro. Documents found include information sheet on EMU agreement in Amsterdam, Speech by the minister of Finance of the Netherlands and The Eurosite of the National Forum Information sheet.
   HQ: Netherlands
   Core operations: Western Europe
   Language: Dutch and English
6. Dutch National Forum for the introduction of the Euro
   Government or public organisation
   Euro link:
   http://www.euro.nlm
   Abstract
   This web site is for Dutch National Forum for the introduction of the Euro. It offers coverage on the introduction of the single currency and regular updates on preparatory work in the Netherlands. There is a section in English for overseas companies.
   HQ: Netherlands
   Core operations: Western Europe
   Language: Dutch and English
7. Finnish Ministry of Finance
   Government or public organisation
   Euro link:
   http://www.vn.fi/vm/english/mof.htm
   Abstract
   These Euro pages cover the Finnish national changeover plan for the introduction of the single currency, also surveys on the macroeconomic effects of Finland's participation in the ERM and in EMU.
   HQ: Finland
   Core operations: Western Europe
   Language: English, Finnish and Swedish
8. Finnish EU Information Service
   Government or public organisation
   Euro link:
   http://www.eurooppa-tiedotus.fi/english/index.html
   Abstract
   The Finnish arm of the EU information service operating within the Ministry for foreign affairs.
   HQ: Finland
   Core operations: Western Europe
   Language: English Finnish and Swedish
9. French Ministry of Economic Affairs,
   Finance and Industry (Ministère de l'Economie et des Finances)
   Government or public organisation
   Euro link:
   http://www.finances.gouv.fr/euro/index-d.htm
   Abstract
   This is the web site for the Euro mission of the French Government. It contains the following documents - Guidelines for the use of rounding rules; the consequences of the single currency for companies (the so-called Simon-Creyssel Report); and several other surveys; text from official speeches and results from opinion polls. There are details about the National Committee for the Euro; coverage of the Euro and IT systems (offering a common approach). This is accompanied by a "code of conduct" for the public administrations and guidelines for IT officials in the public sector. The "Euro mission" for French public administration can also be found.
   HQ: France
   Core operations: Western Europe
   Language: French and English
10. German Federal Ministry of Finance
    Government or public organisation
    Euro link:
    http://www.bundesfinanzministerium.de/
    Abstract
    Euro content in the form of articles to download, following the transition from Mark to Euro. There is a report on the effects of the single currency on German financial markets and also documents that cover the introduction of the Euro in the Public sector and associated legislation.
    HQ: Germany
    Core operations: Western Europe
    Language: German
11. German Federal Ministry of Justice
    Government or public organisation
    Euro link:
    http://www.bundesregierung.de/03/europaf.html
    Abstract
    These pages contains the draft legislation for the introduction of the single currency in the German legal system, which has been approved by the German Government and is currently being examined by the German Parliament. Additionally, a detailed report by the Ministry of Justice explains the draft bill article by article.
    HQ: Germany
    Core operations: Western Europe
    Language: German
12. Irish Revenue Commissioners
    Government or public organisation
    Euro link:
    http://www.revenue.ie/euro/euro.htm
    Abstract
    The Revenue Commissioners are the tax administration of Ireland. These Euro pages provide a business guide on the taxation and customs elements that the change to the Euro entails. The document is available in Adobe PDF Format or as an MSWord file.
    HQ: Ireland
    Core operations: Western Europe
    Language: English
13. Italian Ministry of Treasury, Budget and Planning
    Government or public organisation
    Abstract
    Euro section can be found using the link on the top of the homepage. This site contains the documents about the make up and the aims of the "Committee for the Euro". There is coverage of the Italian changeover plan and the legislation that has been approved by the Chamber of Deputies but under examination by the Senate. There is an analysis of the effects of the Euro on the Italian Stock Exchange, also a study on the resources required for the introduction of the Euro in the public sector, in particular implications for IT systems. There is a special news service from the Italian News Agency ANSA.
    HQ: Italy
    Core operations: Western Europe
    Language: Italian
14. Luxembourg Ministry of Finance
    Government or public organisation
    Euro link:
    http://www.etat.lu/FI/
    Abstract
    These Euro pages contain documents that cover the following: Preparations for the public sector, Financial changeover scheme and general recommendations. They can be viewed online or are available in MSWord format.
    HQ: Luxembourg
    Core operations: Western Europe
    Language: French
15. Ministry of Finance and Customs (FIN) of Norway
    Government or public organisation
    Euro link:
    http://odin.dep.no/fin/eng/index.html
    Abstract
    No specific EMU or Euro section however there are numerous publications and press releases. These are best found using the site search. Only a selection of documents are in English.
    HQ: Norway
    Core operations: Western Europe
    Language: English and Norwegian
16. Portugese Ministry of Finance
    Government or public organisation
    Abstract
    Use the search to find information on the single currency and other related topics.
    HQ: Portugal
    Core operations: Western Europe
    Language: Portuguese and English
17. Spanish Ministry of Economic Affairs and Finance
    Government or public organisation
    Euro link:
    http://www.euro-mech.org
    Abstract
    A large site dedicated to the Euro. Information includes history of the Euro and the changeover with the Peseta. There is an FAQ section and listing for Euro events such as seminars and conferences in Spain. An interesting feature is a direct online service to get questions answered by experts.
    HQ: Spain
    Core operations: Western Europe
    Language: Spanish
18. UK Treasury
    Government or public organisation
    Euro link:
    http://www.hm-treasury.gov.uk/pub/html/docs/emu/main.html
    Abstract
    This is the official EMU information page of the UK Treasury with several documents that can be downloaded in Adobe PDF Format. These include: "Report from the Business Advisory Group"; "United Kingdom Convergence Programme", setting out the Government's approach and economic objectives. It also provides information and forecasts on the economy; "The Pros and Cons of EMU", and a booklet "Practical Information for Business" explains what Economic and Monetary Union (EMU) means for them. The last document is "UK Membership of the Single Currency- An assessment of the five economic tests". There are texts concerning overall EMU issues which includes assessment of UK membership of EMU. There are several papers and texts from speeches given by the Chancellor.
    HQ: UK
    Core operations: UK
    Language: English
19. Department of Finance, Government of Ireland
    Government or public organisation
    Abstract
    Click on "EMU" on the homepage for Euro section which includes a report entitled "Minister welcomes Euro launch". There is also a Council Regulation on the conversion rates between the euro and the currencies of the Member States adopting the euro and a Euro calculator (from the Euro Changeover Board of Ireland).
    HQ: Ireland
    Core operations: Western Europe
    Language: English
20. CCTA Government Information Site
    Government or public organisation
    Abstract
    There is no specific Euro section on this site, however, you can enter "EMU" or "Euro" into the search to find numerous documents, press releases and speeches on the single currency.
    HQ: UK
    Core operations: Western Europe
    Language: English
21. European Parliament
    Government or public organisation
    Euro link:
    http://www.europarl.eu.int/dg3/euro/en/default.htm
    Abstract
    Link to a section entitled "EP and Euro : Practical Guide for the Press"- pages explaining how Parliament contributed to the arrival of the new currency. Included is information on the Euro and the Treaty plus speeches, news reports and contacts. Available in a number of different languages.
    HQ: Strasbourg
    Core operations: Western Europe
    Language: English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Dutch, Portugese, Swedish, Danish, Finnish and Greek.
22. European Union Chamber of Commerce in Toronto
    Government or public organisation
    Euro link:
    http://www.euro-chamber.ca/euro.html
    Abstract
    This link leads to a section entitled "The Euro: How will it impact Canadian Business?" which includes concise general information on exporters, importers, lenders, investors, Canadian businesses operating in Europe, accelerating trends in Europe and more.
    HQ: Canada
    Core operations: Canada
    Language: English
23. Departamento de Hacienda y Administracion Publica del Gobierno Publico Vasco
    Government or public organisation
    Euro link:
    http://www.euskaddi.net/euro
    Abstract
    Site of the Basque Country Government. This link leads to a general Euro section, in which you can find a sub-section on the Euro and European Monetary Union. There is basic information on general aspects of EMU, a timeline and key dates plus details of notes and coins.
    HQ: Spain
    Core operations: Western Europe
    Language: Basque language, English, Spanish and French
24. Agri-food Trade Service, Canada
    Government or public organisation
    Euro link:
    http://atn-riae.agr.ca/public/htmldocs/e2202.htm
    Abstract
    From the federal Government (Canada), a section entitled "The Euro introduced"- a text about the arrival of the single currency. It includes a line graph of daily values in US$ of Euro and CDN$. Also use the search facility for other documents relating to this issue.
    HQ: Canada
    Core operations: Global
    Language: English and French
25. The European Union in the US
    Government or public organisation
    Abstract
    The main site includes a search facility which returns many results on EMU and other related issues: there are numerous reports, speeches, articles, links to other sites of interest and other information available. (Also refer to Media and Information Providers section of the FinanceWise Euro links).
    HQ: USA
    Core operations: USA and Western Europe
    Language: English