BRUSSELS (Reuters) - The European Commission is likely to take the first step in EU disciplinary proceedings against Rome on Wednesday, a process which could lead to fines, a freeze of EU funds and EU monitoring of Italy's issuance of new sovereign bonds.
Italy's budget clash with the European Union is set to escalate in coming weeks as Rome has dug in its heels over its free-spending plans despite EU warnings they breach its rules.
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