Greece
The German government is pushing for the creation of special economic zones in Greece and other European countries with struggling economies. Many view this proposal as a showcase of Germany's role in the crisis, as it aims to widen the inter-European north-south divide to benefit its own economy.
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Let him combat for that of his neighbors;
Let him think of the glories of Greece and of Rome,
And get knocked on the head for his labors.”
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