Giorgos supports Papademos

Absolute support for the project started by Loukas Papademos, was given by George Papandreou. The PASOK president, after being filled in on financial developments, stated to his successor that the latter should do whatever he deems necessary., in order to win the bet on the economy and finalize the negotiations on the bond exchange program, including the composition of the government.

According to information from the PM’s environment, there has been dissatisfaction about certain government officials, and also the need for aid in some areas, in particular concerning the participation of persons who can negotiate better with the government. For now, though, his coworkers are stating that there is no such issue. It is different for a PM to step down from a broader initiative that deals with all three parties supporting the government.

PASOK could lead the “dance” if the government were void of those seeking the PASOK presidency. In such a case, Loukas Papademos will also take on the role of Finance Minister in the place of Evangelos Venizelos, who said he is willing to take part in the succession process.

Antonis Samaras is against this proposal so as not to change the election date, while George Karatzaferis is in favor, since he wishes for a government of technocrats.