Economist: Greek government is tottering

The Economist magazine published an article on Greek government saying that “far-left SYRIZA government is tottering”, since a year after its victory, austerity measures and scandals threaten to bring it down.

The article refers to the corruption scandals that were brought to light last year mentioning Economy Minister George Stathakis, as well as to the fact SYRIZA MPs and officials have appointed family and friends to senior public-sector jobs.

The Economist also mentions that government’s measures, such as privatization of ports, airports and other public assets, as well as, tax hikes and unemployment rate, which remains at 25%, have created a backlash against Mr Tsipras.

“Around the country farmers, his former allies, have blocked main roads with their tractors. Syriza flags have been set alight. Lawyers, doctors, pensioners and engineers have taken to the streets to protest against a planned pension reform, and truck drivers are threatening to do the same. ” the article says.

Moreover, the magazine mentions that most polls give main opposition New Democracy a clear lead.
“In February Greece’s parliament will be called to vote on the pension cuts. Previous Greek governments have found that imposing harsh but necessary measures is a good way to get yourself kicked out of power. Mr Tsipras may be about to follow”, the article concludes.