Sarkozy, Merkel: Greece must honour undertakings
Eurozone power couple France and Germany urged Greek leaders on Monday to "live up to their responsibilities" by voting in favour of an unpopular austerity package designed to slash its deficit.
French President Nicolas Sarkozy (R) welcomes German Chancellor Angela Merkel on her arrival for a joint Franco-German cabinet session at the Elysee Palace in Paris on Monday. Eurozone power couple France and Germany urged Greek leaders on Monday to "live up to their responsibilities" by voting in favour of an unpopular austerity package designed to slash its deficit.
Speaking at a joint news conference after talks in Paris, President Nicolas Sarkozy and Chancellor Angela Merkel also said Athens should block its credit interest payments in a special account to ensure it can service its debts.
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