Utilize the input text as a context reference, choose the right relationship between EU and European Union from the options. Options: product/material produced, manufacturer, distributed by, industry, position held, original broadcaster, owned by, founded by, distribution format, headquarters location, stock exchange, currency, parent organization, chief executive officer, director/manager, owner of, operator, member of, employer, chairperson, platform, subsidiary, legal form, publisher, developer, brand, business division, location of formation, creator.

The promised tax cuts may lead to yet another clash with the European Union over the speed with which Italy is cutting its debt, which Rome has said will not happen as quickly as EU rules require.

Answer: operator