[Reuters] Greek bond swap negotiators less optimistic on deal- source
ATHENS, Jan 13 (Reuters) - Greek debt swap negotiators
were less optimistic on Friday about reaching an agreement to
avert a disorderly default after the latest round of talks with
creditor banks, warning failure to reach a deal would be
disastrous for Greece and Europe.
"Yesterday we were cautious and confident. Today we are less
optimistic," said a source close to the Greek task force team in
charge of negotiations.
"It is important to remind all parties that the consequences
of failure would be catastrophic for Greece and the Greek
people, Europe and Europeans," the source said on condition of
anonymity.
Charles Dallara, who held meetings in Athens on Thursday and
Friday on behalf of the Institute of International Finance
representing creditors, left without agreement on a deal that
would effectively see banks voluntarily give up a lot of their
promised returns.
"There is a meeting next week and we'll make every effort to
succeed," the source added.
(Reporting by Dina Kyriakidou)
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