Papandreou to Name New Greek Government, Seek Confidence Vote

Greek Prime Minister George Papandreou will name a new government tomorrow and call a vote of confidence in parliament as he seeks to pressure rebel lawmakers to back the austerity plan that aims to secure a new bailout.

“Our duty is to the nation, not to political parties,” Papandreou said in comments televised live on state-run NET TV. “Tomorrow I will form a new government and immediately afterwards seek a vote of confidence in Parliament. It is a time for responsibility.”