Politics
Elections and possible alliances on political agenda again
Elections of one form or another are on the minds of Greek politicians again even though the date of the next national vote remains undecided.
Pressure mounts on coalition to complete fourth review prior actions
The Greek government is waiting to hear from Friday’s meeting of the Washington Group to get a clearer understanding of where its lenders stand on the issues that hold the key to making a successful programme exit this summer, including debt relief and fiscal measures.
Aegean tension presents Tsipras with urgent domestic, foreign policy challenges
For yet another day, the Greek government appears to have been consumed by the ongoing friction with Turkey in the Aegean.
Symbolism takes leading role in political developments
Greek politics has been dominated by symbolism over the last few days, particularly as Greek-Turkish relations have become more strained.
Macedonia name talks face stalemate as core issues go unresolved
Recent events suggested that there is no swift conclusion in sight for the name talks between Greece and the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (FYROM) over the name issue.
Mixed messages on foreign policy put coalition under pressure
The coalition is coming under pressure over apparent differences within the government over how to deal with the increasing friction with Turkey.
Sustained friction with Turkey reveals differing views, approaches in Athens
Athens has tried to downplay an incident on Monday night involving a Turkish Coast Guard helicopter, which allegedly flied at low altitude with its lights off near the Greek islet of Ro, in what was the latest example of sustained friction between the two countries
Kotzias takes next step in effort to reach name deal, settle Balkan issues
Greek Foreign Minister Nikos Kotzias is due to visit Ohrid in the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (FYROM) this week for a new meeting with his counterpart Nikola Dimitrov, just a few days after their talks with UN mediator Matthew Nimetz in Vienna on March 30.
Politicians increasingly focussing on post-MoU landscape
Although dozens of prior actions from the fourth review have to be completed in the coming days, the Greek government is doing its utmost to focus on the period after the exit from the programme.
Tsipras fends off election rumours, Mitsotakis talks up moderate qualities
Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras attempted this week to dampen the latest round of speculation regarding when the next general elections might be held.