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Greek election: eurozone faces moment of truth

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Greece’s election was widely regarded as a referundum on the euro, with pro- and anti bailout parties facing off. The result will not only determine the country’s future in the eurozone, but could determine the future of the euro itself.

TALKING EUROPE

Christophe Robeet speaks to :

  • Alexander Lambsdorff, German MEP, Alliance of Liberals and Democrats;
  • Dimitrios Droutsas, Greek MEP, Progressive Alliance of Socialistas and Democrats.

Watch part two.

Show produced by Salima Belhadj and Domitille Blanc

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