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Racing against both time and Erdo?an on visa free travel
The European Commission has proposed to lift visa requirements for Turkish citizens, arguing that in view of the fast progress currently on show, Turkey could fulfil all necessary criteria by the end of June.
The EU's refugee saga and reenergizing relations with Turkey
Following the heavy hit it sustained after the global financial crisis in 2008, the EU has been challenged with the mass refugee flow since early 2015 which triggered a widespread debate over political stability, security, protection of its external borders and internal cohesion. Especially after the terrorist attacks in Paris and Brussels in November 2015 and March this year, respectively, the
Morgan Stanley: Deal between Greece and creditors most probable scenario
Morgan Stanley predicts that Greek bond spreads will fall, if a deal is reached between the country and its creditors, in a report released. The financial company estimates that a possible deal and a completion of the review on the Greek program would lead to a huge surge in the value of Greek bank shares of up to 90%, while it believes the elusive deal will eventually be wrapped up.
Soccer brings together locals and refugees in northern Greece
The game had passion and intensity while the atmosphere was festive. It was the afternoon of Holy Wednesday at the Municipal Sports Center of Alexandreia in Imathia, northern Greece, and two strong teams were locking horns on the pitch: Megas Alexandros soccer club from Trikala, with a history of 50 years, against a team of refugee men staying at a nearby camp on the former 722 Military Base.
Greek Dep. Defence Min. Vitsas says country cannot accept IMF demands
Deputy Defence Minister Dimitris Vitsas said the IMF’s demand from Greece to pass the contingency package measures could not be accepted. Vitsas explained during a TV interview on Ant-1 TV, Wednesday morning, that the IMF’s request regarding the contingency measures could not be accepted due to reasons of substance and procedures. ‘You cannot legislate under conditions.