Friday, December 31, 2010

Merkel urges Germans to confirm in the euro

"Germany needs Europe." Is the resounding message that Angela Merkel sent to his country was New Year's address, to be broadcast on German television today, which shows its strong commitment to the euro and urges people to follow suit despite the large mistrust generated after the bailouts to Greece and Ireland, where Germany has been the main contributor.

"Europe is recent months amid a crucial test. We must strengthen the euro. It is not just our money. The euro is a currency," said Merkel in her speech. He adds: "A united Europe ensures our peace and freedom. The euro is the basis of our prosperity." The chancellor, who in recent months has been criticized in Europe for its intransigent positions in the common economic policy, with this message soften its image abroad and encourage your country to trust the EU.

According to a poll published Monday in Bild newspaper, 51% of Germans are unhappy with the euro, compared with 44% who are satisfied. In addition, 49% want the return of the frame, while 41% reject it. The Bundesbank estimated that the Germans still hold the equivalent of 6.9 billion euros in the former national currency, although they can still exchange them for free at any of the 47 seats held by the entity in the country.

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