The voting process of ENFIA law has turned into a major issue, since the MPs believe that the amendments made are not sufficient.

However, the government staff worried about the intense reactions expressed by New Democracy’s members, especially after Prime Minister’s speech at Thessaloniki International Fair.

MPs feel that Prime Minister’s announcements at Thessaloniki International Fair cannot reverse the negative climate towards the government, since the tax cuts presented are not enough to satisfy the citizens, whereas the intense reactions expressed by some MPs during these days enhance the view that the government might not be able to handle the situation.

They also complain about the fact that the government has not yet announced the adjustment for debts towards the state and insurance funds increasing the number of installments at 100, which is considered to be an essential relief measure.

However, the MPs understand that the government’s actions are restricted after the meeting with the Troika in Paris. This is why the Prime Minister did not make any announcement on tax cuts, as it was scheduled.

They believe, though, that in this case the government should proceed unilaterally and defend its decisions during the negotiations. The government, however, has a different plan and does not want to risk its relations with Troika just before the review of the Greek program which will begin at the end of September. A positive review is a necessary prerequisite to start the discussion on the Greek debt sustainability.

The main objective of the Prime Minister is to adjust Greece’s obligations towards the lenders and get a confirmation for the debt sustainability until the end of the year. He has also asked lenders to relax austerity policy so as to keep the political stability in Greece and overcome the risk of early elections. The lenders, however, ask to settle down the political issues in the country in order to start the negotiations for debt sustainability.