Heads roll as Ukraine’s reforms falter
The recent spate of dismissals or resignations of high-ranking officials in Ukraine is a sign that the country’s reform drive
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Europe
Finance minister: If Greece approves bailout, I’ll quit
Greek finance minister Yanis Varoufakis said he will resign his post if Greek voters approve Sunday’s referendum on bailout terms
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Greek PM attacks creditors; tells people to vote no in referendum
In a televised address to the nation on Wednesday, Greek prime minister Alexis Tsipras attacked Greece’s European partners, accusing them
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Greek bailout crisis unresolved; talks continue
The Greek bailout crisis remains unresolved, with European finance chiefs saying they would continue to examine Athens’ last-minute debt relief
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IMF confirms Greece is in arrears
The International Monetary Fund has confirmed that it has not received payment due from Greece of about 1.5 billion euro.
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Greek crisis: Neighbouring countries issue assurances
Greece’s four neighbouring countries have issued assurances in the wake of the country’s financial and economic crisis, imposition of bank
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EU to end data, voice roaming fees in June 2017
European Union’s key institutions have reached an agreement that, if approved by member states, would completely eliminate roaming surcharges on
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Greek PM hints he won’t pursue further austerity
Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras says he will respect the outcome of an upcoming referendum on his country’s economic future
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Poland safe in view of Greek turmoil – PM
Poland’s economy and the banking sector remain safe, with the country’s central bank and Finance Ministry on stand-by to stabilise
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