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The end of the Slovak crown
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From January 1 the euro currency will replace the Slovak crown. Slovakia is the second post-communist country to enter the Eurozone, following Slovenia. A 'Euromobile' van is touring the country to inform people about the new currency.
By FRANCE 24 (text)

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'Euromobile' is the name of a van on a mission. The vehicle is travelling around Slovakia, informing people in small towns about the euro, which will replace the Slovak crown from January 1st.  A team has been giving presenations on the currency and distributing information, presents and leaflets. The audience specifically targeted by this campaign sponsored by the Slovak government is the less well off and the elderly.

 

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