Greek public and private sector workers hold a 24-hour general strike in the first industrial action of 2013 against the country's austerity policies. The nationwide strike is in protest against pension and wage cuts imposed by Antonis Samaras's government as part of conditions underpinning the country's bailout. The strike was organised by two unions which represent about 2.5 million workers
Greek strikes brings country to a standstill (video)
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Greek strikes brings country to a standstill (video)
Greek public and private sector workers hold a 24-hour general strike in the first industrial action of 2013 against the country's austerity policies. The nationwide strike is in protest against pension and wage cuts imposed by Antonis Samaras's government as part of conditions underpinning the country's bailout. The strike was organised by two unions which represent about 2.5 million workers
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