Greece: result of vote in Greek Parliament welcomed by EPP Group Chairman Joseph Daul MEP

The Chairman of the EPP Group in the European Parliament, Joseph Daul MEP, has welcomed the positive outcome of the crucial vote on the painful austerity measures Greece has to take in the framework of its debt restructuring programme and the €130 billion bailout.

Greece is at a crossroads. The cuts in wages and pensions have a severe impact on the everyday lives of the Greek people. "This vote can help the country to return to a sustainable path, the path of recovery and economic growth", said Chairman Daul.

"Nea Demokratia, our sister party, has shown a very high sense of responsibility", added Mr Daul. "Antonis Samaras, the party leader, played a very constructive role in the successful conclusion of the negotiations with the troika. Of course, the situation in general is serious. The positive vote, however, creates the opportunity to move forward in the right direction", concluded Chairman Daul.