Deutsche Bank CEO sees positive outlook for Greece in 2018

Deutsche Bank's chief executive John Cryan has underlined the positive outlook of the Greek economy, warning however that "the road to normalization will remain long and difficult."

In an interview with Kathimerini, Cryan says that while the country is back on investors' radar screen, commitment to reforms and prudent fiscal policy are key to exiting the lingering crisis.

"The Greek population's desire to stay in the eurozone has remained surprisingly resilient over nearly a decade of crisis, which is a good sign," he says.

The Deutsche Bank CEO does not rule out further mergers between European banks and takes note of progress on nonperforming loans.

"Greece has some remaining work to do," he says.

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