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Italy, Portugal say economic forecasts show need for EU help

| July 8, 2020 12:03 AM

LISBON, Portugal (AP) — New forecasts predicting the European Union’s economy is headed for a steep decline underscore the need for quick approval of a proposed recovery fund to help its 27 member countries, the leaders of Italy and Portugal said Tuesday.

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