The talks on Friday produced a financial statement, agreed by the leaders of the 26 countries, expressing "confidence that with full implementation of the necessary policy reforms and strong mutual support, financial stability would be restored".

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The President expressed his full confidence in Italy's strength and vibrancy, and underscored America's support for the steps that Italy is taking to advance its economic reform program.

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