The climate of optimism, which was generated by the approach between the Greek government and our partners, was dampened by the first reactions within SYRIZA, as well as the reported reservations of the IMF regarding the recessionary nature of the measures. The fear of the political cost and reservations however cannot complicate the agreement
The ongoing negotiations must conclude in the little time that remains. At the new meetings he has in Brussels today, the Prime Minister will have the opportunity to clear up any unresolved issues. At tonight’s decisive Eurogroup session the Finance Ministers must have the complete framework and evaluation of the agreement in their hands, in order to greenlight, it for final approval at the ensuing Summit.
The uncertainty in the economy and the insecurity experienced by the people must come to an end in the next few days. There is no place for political games and personal egos and rivalries in these critical hours. The Greek government must take that necessary final step, but our partners are also obliged to balance the greater European interest and set aside any fainthearted reactions to the problems and conflicts that emerged in during the prolonged talks and negotiations.
What is paramount is securing the country’s European future. This will finally allow the economy to return to normality so that we have the ability and necessary time to seek out alternatives to burdensome measures. The cost of this agreement truly is onerous, but any other option will unfortunately be even worse. Everyone should bare this in mind, both the Prime Minister who will assume to political cost, as well as everyone in his party reacting and complaining from a safe distance.
TO VIMA
