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A confidence vote is a motion proposed in a parliament or other assembly to give members the chance to express their confidence in a government coalition. While it is sometimes intended to counter a “no-confidence” vote, a defeat in a confidence vote usually leads to a resignation of the government.

This question is timely as Greece is facing a confidence vote on Friday.

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