8 Feb 2012

'Eurocratic fantasies push Greece to agony'

More than ten thousand Greeks surrounded the Parliament on Tuesday - clashing with police while protesting the latest reforms. Many see their livelihoods, and the country, being 'sold out' with little benefit for them.

Parliamentary opposition is also strong, with deputies wary of more cuts and tax hikes expected to accompany the deal. Greece has until March to secure financing, or face default.

According to Investment advisor Patrick Young, the EU's hopes of a positive outcome are fading fast. Source