Merkel meets Hollande, then she meets Samaras, then Hollande meets Samaras

It seems we can not expect any solutions from these meetings, but what kind of message these three politicians in your opinion try to present to their counterparts and to public?

Compromise or concessions are a necessary aspect of EU membership

It seems Chancellor Angela Merkel made some concessions regarding the banking union and of using of bailout funds.

Germany puts more pressure on Greece

German Interior Minister Hans-Peter Friedrich basically called for the departure of Greece from the Eurozone.  Would you say the similar statements are dangerous or more or less just reflect the reality?

Merkozy to propose changing EU treaties

We do not know what exactly Germany and France will propose, but…

Eurozone deal: Pros and cons

This is probably the best situation we could realistically hope to achieve under the present circumstances. The markets will rally for a while, but if the details are not convincing and the doubts remain.

Do you think the euro will be here in 10 years?

You might say yes, but you also recognise that there is doubts about that. Do you think the dollar, the yen, the yuan and the British sterling will be around in 10 years? The answer is a clear yes. This is the huge difference.

Gentleman agreements are just wishful thinking. Is it a Greece’s lesson for EU?

The EU, the International Monetary Fund and the Greek government are working together on the financial package for Athens. “I am confident that the talks will be concluded in the next days,” said Economic and Monetary Affairs Commissioner Olli Rehn in his statement.