ML-Implode News - EU's struggling economies meet as north-south divide widens

Concerns that a north-south divide is erupting within the euro zone mount as leaders of six south European countries meet in Athens on Friday to discuss key issues of austerity and growth plaguing the region.
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According to Greek government sources, the aim of the meeting of these Mediterranean EU countries is to boost cooperation and coordination so they can leave their mark on the European agenda.
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The concept of a united front of southern European countries was proposed in August by Greek Prime Minister Tsipras, seeking to enhance coordination and cooperation of Mediterranean EU member-states ahead of the informal European Council in Bratislava on Sept. 16.

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EU's struggling economies meet as north-south divide widens