A new government proposal would allow Greeks living abroad to vote by mail in national elections and create a dedicated three-seat constituency for the diaspora, aiming to boost participation and representation

At the first Cabinet meeting of the year, PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis stressed political stability, wage increases, reforms for a citizen-friendly state and expanded voting rights for Greeks abroad, while his ministers outlined key legislative initiatives for 2026

Mitsotakis also addressed a bill regulating the licensing of regional television channels, emphasizing that transparency is essential for public information.

A central concern in his update was the wave of wildfires that began on Saturday, placing immense strain on Greece’s emergency response infrastructure.

To assess whether Greece can be reformed, it is useful to revisit recent reforms — five that succeeded and five that proved problematic

Other priorities for 2025 include the completion of initiatives such as the national land registry, as well as investments in environmental sustainability.

The move is part of Greece's broader efforts to reform its judicial sector and enhance efficiency, addressing its longstanding reputation for delayed delivery of justice.

Commissioner Ferreira will be visiting Athens, Patras, Megalopolis, and Tripolis, to review cohesion policy-supported projects