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Developments in Novartis probe signal new, bitter phase in pre-election battle After months of speculation and political bickering, the first phase of the investigation into the alleged scandal involving Novartis and the setting of drug prices in Greece has been completed, setting in motion a new round of confrontation between the government and the opposition.
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Minister's actions put PM on the spot as politicians' loans stir controversy The government is facing fresh accusations of interfering in Greece’s institutions after Alternate Health Minister Pavlos Polakis apparently recorded a telephone conversation with Bank of Greece governor Yannis Stournaras and published the supposed transcript of their conversation.
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Novartis affair moves back to political centre stage as accusations fly The Novartis affair is well and truly back on the political centre stage in Greece, with accusations being traded regarding interference in the judicial system and the rule of law being compromised.
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SYRIZA states intention to continue as minority govt after ANEL leaves coalition The government has reiterated its intention to continue in office after the vote on the Prespes Agreement, despite the expected departure of junior coalition partner Independent Greeks (ANEL) from the administration.
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Parties trade blows over name deal, corruption claims in fraught atmosphere SYRIZA and New Democracy continued on Wednesday the spat that was sparked by the allegations from opposition leader Kyriakos Mitsotakis in Parliament regarding the Macedonia name deal being the product of an exchange between the government and Greece’s lenders over the pension cuts that were due next year.
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Coalition's role in freight terminal contract, public broadcaster under attack The government came under attack on multiple fronts towards the end of this week as the opposition steps up its attempt to inflict damage on the coalition.
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Coalition indicates it will keep focus on corruption allegations Following the attention given to the pre-trial detention last week of former Defence Minister Yiannos Papantoniou, the government is hoping that by turning the spotlight to more corruption allegations, it will be able to secure political gains.
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SYRIZA eyes gains from case developing against ex-defence minister The developing legal case against former PASOK minister Yiannos Papantoniou, who was remanded in custody on Tuesday, could have a significant impact on Greek politics ahead of the next elections.
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New Democracy fires back at Tsipras over corruption allegations The polarisation that many expect to be a key feature of Greek politics in the build-up to the next elections is becoming more evident as SYRIZA and New Democracy trade accusations over scandals.
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Foreign investors positive on Greece but ease of doing business remains low Greece’s business framework remains complex and lengthy, which could act as a deterrent to foreign investors, according to data presented as a recent business forum.