Economist: ‘Being pro-European is not a vote-winner in Germany’

The EU’s transformation into a more integrated bloc centred on the eurozone will be a key part of the German election campaign, according to Karl Aiginger, director of the Austrian Institute for Economic Research (WIFO). But politicians will probably give in to “populist statements”, he warns, saying the debate on Europe is currently “very irrational” in Germany.

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EurActive - Interview, 16.05.13: WIFO director: Austerity should be complemented with a 'Social Pact' http://www.euractiv.com/priorities/karl-aiginger-austerity-compleme-interview-519651

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