Italy's Tria: Hope we can narrow differences with EU on budget

Italy's economy minister Giovanni Tria recently crossed the wires as he briefed the press following with his meeting the EU's Moscovici.

Key quotes (via Reuters)

• Hope we can narrow differences with EU on budget.
• Budget aims to increase growth, reduce debt-to-GDP ratio.
• We expect constructive dialogue with EU.
• We must keep a serene atmosphere with Italy.
• Growth and debt reduction objectives for Italy haven't been achieved with strategy of previous governments.