Topic: Katastroika

New Greek Prime Minister Antonis Samaras proposes a two-year delay on debt repayments while initiating a massive privatization program of state assets. The strategy is compared to the "Katastroika" seen in post-unification East Germany and Russia, where public infrastructure was sold at deep discounts to private interests. The appointment of a new finance minister is noted following the sudden resignation of his predecessor due to health issues.

The crowdsourced documentary "Katastroika" is recommended for its analysis of austerity measures and privatization in Greece. The film draws parallels between the current Greek crisis and the privatization of Russia that created the oligarchs. It argues that public services like rail, electricity, and water are being targeted for private takeover, effectively turning citizens into "slaves."