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Cyprus joined the E.U. in 2004 and immediately wanted to get into the euro area for the express purpose of completing, as quickly as possible, the union with the core of Europe. It was done because the public thought that would be beneficial for political reasons, not economic reasons.
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"Cyprus joined the E.U. in 2004 and immediately wanted to get into the euro area for the express purpose of completing, as quickly as possible, the union with the core of Europe. It was done because the public thought that would be beneficial for political reasons, not economic reasons."
— Athanasios Orphanides

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Cyprus joined the E.U. in 2004 and immediately wanted to get into the euro area for the express purpose of completing, as quickly as possible, the union with the core of Europe. It was done because the public thought that would be beneficial for political reasons, not economic reasons. — Athanasios Orphanides

About Athanasios Orphanides

Athanasios Orphanides was a Economist from Cyprus (1962–present).

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Who said "Cyprus joined the E.U. in 2004 and immediately wanted to get into the euro area…"?
This quote is attributed to Athanasios Orphanides, a Economist from Cyprus.
When did Athanasios Orphanides live?
Athanasios Orphanides lived from 1962 – present.