An opinion piece by Chris Giles in the Financial Times highlights the stark contrast between Greece’s economic achievements and France’s political turmoil. As Greece’s borrowing costs align with those of France, the article underscores the importance of stable reforms in the Eurozone. Greece’s economy has outpaced its peers since the 2015 crisis and has achieved budget surpluses, refuting earlier predictions of dire economic consequences. The discussion emphasizes the lesson of solidarity within Europe and the need for France and Germany to adopt effective fiscal strategies in light of past crises.