Via the Guardian.
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In other news, ENET (Greek Independent Press):
Troika targets Greek alphabet
Ancient Greek characters may become history in new cost-cutting transliteration proposals
ΟΧΙ may have to become OCHI if the troika-forced
transliteration rules are implemented (Reuters)
Greeks may have to abandon their unique alphabet and embrace Latin characters under new plans that the troika promises will save the country millions every year.See also:
Exasperated at still not being able to read simple street signs or hostile newspaper headlines since starting their austerity mission in Greece three years ago, troika inspectors decided to bring up the issue with senior government officials in recent weeks.
"If we can't get our heads around this crazy script after so many years in the country, what chance does a tourist spending a few days or weeks have of understanding it?" one troika mandarin commented.
He said ditching Greek characters will lead to immediate savings and would thus contribute to paying off the country's onerous debt.
"It would also send a strong signal to the markets that Greece was serious about getting back on track. Changing alphabet would be a strong confidence-building gesture that could help the state's privatisation programme by making it easier for investors to find their way around the country," he continued....MORE
Greece, Italy May Sell Rights to Greek, Latin Prefixes, Suffixes to Raise Funds
