VOICED: Merkel y Hollande reunidos

François Hollande arrives in Berlin to meet Angela Merkel, marking a significant political event. Hollande, now the French President, aims to renegotiate the European Budgetary Pact to boost economic growth. Merkel agrees to discuss growth but remains firm on the existing pact. Both leaders acknowledge the need for additional measures for Greece, contingent on Greek elections. The Franco-German partnership is crucial in addressing the European crisis.

What was significant about François Hollande's visit to Berlin?

• It was his first international trip as President.

• Angela Merkel had previously refused to meet him.

• He was visiting as a tourist.

• He was there to sign a new treaty.

What was one of Hollande's main campaign promises?

• To reduce taxes for the wealthy.

• To renegotiate the European Budgetary Pact.

• To leave the European Union.

• To increase military spending.

What does Hollande want to focus on to boost the economy?

• Reducing public sector jobs.

• Improving competitiveness and future investments.

• Cutting down on social welfare programs.

• Increasing tariffs on imports.

What was Merkel's stance on the European Budgetary Pact during her meeting with Hollande?

• She agreed to abandon it.

• She refused to discuss it at all.

• She agreed to discuss growth without abandoning the pact.

• She was open to renegotiating it.

What did Merkel and Hollande agree on regarding Greece?

• To exclude Greece from the European Union.

• To support Greece's growth if the Greek people desire it.

• To impose stricter austerity measures.

• To provide military aid to Greece.