In his weekly address, on Sunday, March 1, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis focused on mounting tensions in Iran and the broader Middle East, while also marking three years since the deadly Tempi rail disaster and outlining the government’s reform agenda.
Mitsotakis said Athens is closely and calmly monitoring developments in Iran, stressing their direct impact on regional and global stability. He underscored Greece’s coordination with neighboring countries and international partners to safeguard Greek citizens and ensure freedom of navigation. Greece, he said, remains a pillar of stability in the region, urging de-escalation and the protection of civilians in line with international law.
Reflecting on the third anniversary of the Tempi tragedy, the prime minister emphasized accountability and the ongoing judicial investigation, noting that the trial—set to begin on March 23—will involve 36 defendants. He pointed to sweeping institutional and technical reforms in the rail sector, including full signaling systems, remote control operations and digital oversight, aimed at enhancing safety, transparency and modernization.
On the economic front, Mitsotakis highlighted new commercial agreements to supply U.S. liquefied natural gas to European countries via Greece, strengthening the country’s role as an energy hub and ensuring stable gas flows. He also welcomed the European Commission’s approval of 400 million euros in state aid to support Greece’s clean-tech industry, covering critical raw materials, battery production, solar panels, wind turbines and green hydrogen technologies.
In defense policy, he presented a revamped basic training model for the Army, incorporating drone operation skills, upgraded military instruction and professional training, alongside higher compensation and improved living conditions for conscripts under the “Agenda 2030” reform plan.
Digitally, applications have opened for a new training program targeting citizens over 65 and people with disabilities, aimed at boosting access to online services and social networks.
Mitsotakis also reported record tourism revenues in 2025 and 38 million visitors, signaling growth in city breaks and year-round travel. He cited infrastructure upgrades in Evros, anti-corruption reforms through a new digital registry, and a memorandum with Netflix to expand film production in Greece, reinforcing the country’s role as a European audiovisual hub.
