Greece’s government spokesperson Pavlos Marinakis has dismissed speculation about early elections, saying the next national vote will be held in 2027 as scheduled.
Speaking to Real FM, a Greek radio station, Marinakis said Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis “does not even entertain” such scenarios. “Even if someone suggested it, it would be rejected outright,” he said.
Marinakis linked the rejection of early elections to what he described as a need for stability, pointing to heightened uncertainty stemming from the war in the Middle East. “At a time like this, stability is in short supply, and it is what countries need most,” he said, arguing that political continuity is essential both economically and more broadly.
Government line on the economy
He also pointed to improvements in economic indicators in recent years, saying Greece has moved away from its previous position at the bottom of EU growth rankings, with unemployment significantly reduced and public finances supporting targeted measures.
Marinakis said this allows the government to act quickly when needed, citing recent decisions and support initiatives as examples.
No early elections despite polling gains
Marinakis also addressed scenarios linking early elections to favorable polling trends, rejecting the idea that the government would seek to capitalize on such conditions.
He said bringing elections forward during a period of crisis would be irresponsible and inconsistent with the prime minister’s approach, arguing that Mitsotakis would not seek political advantage under such circumstances.
Marinakis added that he had never made such a recommendation himself and was not aware of others doing so, stressing that the prime minister would dismiss it in any case.
A full-term strategy
According to Marinakis, the government intends to serve its full four-year term and be evaluated by voters on its overall record.
“The elections will take place in 2027 for two reasons,” he said. “First, because national interest should come before short-term political considerations. And second, because we want to be judged over the course of a full term — on the results we delivered and the shortcomings we addressed.”
He pointed to wage growth as one indicator, claiming that the average full-time salary has exceeded 1,500 euros, while the minimum wage is approaching the pre-election target of 950 euros. He also referred to major infrastructure projects expected to be completed in the coming months.
