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Posts on May 2018
How 'clean' can an exit be? Athens snared between Rome and Berlin
The recent events in Italy have reminded complacent decision makers and investors of the importance of political risk in the euro area. Disregarding political dangers emanating from Rome for too long has created costs and given rise to negative feedback loops in other countries.
Contributor: Jens Bastian
Categories: Europe (276), Politics (364), Economy (312), Greece (466)
An uncertain and wasted year for Italy
PM-designate Carlo Cottarelli is expected to submit his cabinet composition to President Sergio Mattarella on Tuesday, May 29. Within ten days from the oath-taking ceremony, the new government will have to go before both houses of parliament to secure a confidence vote.
Contributor: Wolfango Piccoli
Categories: Europe (276), Politics (364), Economy (312)
Philip Roth's words of caution
The recent death of American author Philip Roth provided a reminder about how many passionate followers he has in Greece. The news of his passing was followed by numerous effusive tributes in the local media and laudatory comments on social media.
Contributor: Nick Malkoutzis
Categories: Politics (364), Society (131), Greece (466)
As part of search for culprits in Boutaris attack, parties should look at themselves
Much moral anguish has been expressed in Greece by politicians and commentators regarding the physical assault that Thessaloniki Mayor Yiannis Boutaris suffered in the northern city on Saturday, leading to his brief hospitalisation.
Contributor: Nick Malkoutzis
Categories: Politics (364), Society (131), Greece (466)
Greek Salad (made in Italy)
The anticipated creation of a populist government in Italy has sent shivers down the spines of those who have been following developments in Greece since 2015. Indeed, there are enough similarities to give rise to concern. The following discussion offers three key reasons why Italy (and Europe by extension) is about to head into some serious trouble.
Contributor: Ioannis Glinavos
Categories: Europe (276), Politics (364)