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October 4, 2012

Should Germany Exit the Eurozone?

Andrew Sheng, The Nation Bangkok

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As we enter the fourth quarter of 2012, two influential commentators have questioned whether Germany should exit the euro zone. Earlier this month, George Soros argued that Germany must either lead or leave the euro zone. This week, Financial Times columnist Martin Wolf also considered the question and argued that Germany will have to pay a high price for her mercantilist policies.

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TAGGED: Germany, Eurozone, Europe

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