Athens Macedonian News Agency: News in English, 16-06-02

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From: The Athens News Agency at <http://www.ana.gr/>

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[01] French PM Valls visits Greece on June 2-3

[02] Last prior actions submitted to parliament will be debated on Thursday

[01] French PM Valls visits Greece on June 2-3

Valls will be accompanied by Finance Minister Michel Sapin and Deputy Minister for European Affairs Harlem Desir.

"The visit, which takes place only a few days after the European Union decided to provide further financial assistance to Greece will be an opportunity to express France's support to Greek reforms and the consolidation of Greece's position in the eurozone," according to a statement of the French embassy in Athens.

The discussions will be an "opportunity to draw new perspectives on the bilateral relations between France and Greece", while the two prime ministers will sign a "roadmap" on the strategic partnership between the two states.

The French Prime Minister is expected to have an extended discussion of the migrant and refugee issue and assist Greece in its effort to handle the large refugee flows.

Valls will meet with Greek President Prokopis Pavlopoulos and Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras.

[02] Last prior actions submitted to parliament will be debated on Thursday

The amendments concern, among others, the pension benefit (EKAS), non-performing loans and the special wages and are expected to be voted after a debate at the plenum.

An amendment introducing a blanket ban on any form of ownership or participation of Greek politicians in firms based abroad was passed by the Hellenic Parliament with 190 votes in favour on Wednesday.

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