CLEAN: Brussels puts pressure on Greece over its financial reforms

The transcript discusses the framework and assessment of Greece's program by the troika, focusing on the implementation and targets. Mr. Rain, during a Eurogroup press conference in Athens, expressed hope for completing the review by September, contingent on meeting conditions without new austerity measures. The discussion also covers compliance with agreed targets and the Greek Government's stance on tax rates and expenses in exchange for the next bailout.

What is the primary responsibility of the troika in relation to Greece's program?

• To provide financial aid directly

• To assess the implementation of the program quarterly

• To impose new austerity measures

• To negotiate with other EU countries

What did Mr. Rain express during the Eurogroup press conference?

• A need for more austerity measures

• A desire to introduce new taxes

• Hope to conclude the review by end September if conditions are met

• A plan to increase financial aid

What is the fundamental issue mentioned by Mr. Rain for ending the review?

• Improving relations with the EU

• Reducing the national debt

• Increasing property taxes

• Meeting all conditions without new austerity measures

What is the Greek government's stance on tax rates according to the transcript?

• They plan to introduce new taxes

• They want to cut expenses instead of increasing tax rates

• They are satisfied with current tax rates

• They want to increase tax rates

What is the only thing on the table according to the transcript?

• New austerity measures

• Full compliance with agreed targets

• Introduction of new taxes

• Financial aid from the EU