Athens Macedonian News Agency: News in English, 16-06-29

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

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[01] Dijsselbloem tells Greece: Implement the program and at the end of 2018 we'll look again at the debt

[02] Mykonos to host 'Vanity' exhibition on Cyclades jewellery in August

[01] Dijsselbloem tells Greece: Implement the program and at the end of 2018 we'll look again at the debt

"The message is: Do what we agreed on", he said, summing up the attitude that will be followed the institutions with regard to Greece, following the completion of the first program review.

Asked by ANA-MPA on the consequences of the Brexit, Dijsselbloem said Britain's decision causes uncertainty and one cannot make guesses. He also said Brexit will have the least impact on Greece because the country is protected, "shielded" by the Europe's money and its adjustment program.

The parameters that Greece should focus on are political and economic stability and attracting investments. He also said Greece needs to rebuild trust which "leaves with a horse and returns by foot".

Dijsselbloem also clarified that last year's instability caused a lot of damage to Greece and if the program is not implemented, there will be more damage. "If a political game is played there will be an economic price," he noted.

[02] Mykonos to host 'Vanity' exhibition on Cyclades jewellery in August

More than just an archaeological exhibition, it will display jewellery dating from the neolithic era right up to the present day, with 12 pieces by modern Greek jewellers custom-made for the occasion, as well as two murals and a post-Byzantine icon. Among those contributing their work, which will be on display in Mykonos for a year before touring the rest of the Cyclades islands and Athens, are internationally acclaimed designers Lito Karakostanoglou, Nikos Koulis, Ileana Makri, Ioanna Souflia and Minas.

"We chose the title because... vanity is the most fundamental parameter of the exhibits. We also wanted a snappy and easily understood title with references to the present, through which the visitor perceives something familiar," said curator Dimitris Athanasoulis, talking to the ANA-MPA.

"Pieces of jewellery are objects that not only show vanity but are often also magical, have the qualities of a talisman, hide many meanings and make multiple statements," he added.

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