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But his future as the leader remains uncertain.

George Papandreou survives confidence vote, averting snap election.

Papandreou started negotiations Saturday to form a new coalition government.

Papandreou expected to resign after the formation of a coalition government.

Greek Prime Minister will step down as leader of the government.

Greek Prime Minister George Papandreou smiles prior to the confidence vote at the Greek Parliament in Athens on November 4, 2011.

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