Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis visited the General Police Directorate of Attica on Wednesday, March 19, where he chaired a meeting at the Directorate for Combating Organized Crime (DAOE). He was received by Minister of Citizen Protection Michalis Chrysochoidis and the director of a newly-formed unit similar to the FBI, Fotis Douitsis, and was briefed on […]
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced upcoming tax cuts without disrupting fiscal stability following his meeting with the new Minister of National Economy and Finance, Kyriakos Pierrakakis on Monday. Mitsotakis claimed that his government’s systematic efforts were yielding results, pledging that the additional revenues of €2 billion in 2024, would be returned to society, partly in […]
PASOK's spokesperson, Kostas Tsoukalas, characterized the reshuffle as a clear indication of Mitsotakis' "strategic deadlock."
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis made the statement in welcoming Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar to his office on Thursday
Addressing the recent no-confidence motion against his government—triggered by nationwide protests over the Tempi rail disaster—Mitsotakis emphasized the need to focus on progress rather than political confrontation.
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis defended his government’s actions and criticized the opposition for what he described as a "shameful attempt to exploit the disaster for political gain."
Mitsotakis highlighted that only the independent judiciary can provide moral redemption, free from political exploitation of human suffering.
"Just as the grief over Mati became a catalyst for effective civil protection, let Tempi serve as a turning point for achieving a modern railway system," Mitsotakis stated.
Athens is particularly interested in the policies the new German government will pursue on migration, as they will have a direct impact on Greece.
Kyriakos Mitsotakis cites shooting in Greece of latest Christopher Nolan big-budget movie, 'The Odyssey', noting that “…scenes of the film will be shot in various locations in Greece, which have already been selected"
We've been called 'smugglers,' a 'gang of pedophiles,' and now, ‘murderers.’ Enough with this disgrace,' Mitsotakis declared
Regarding the continuous seismic activity in Santorini Mitsotakis noted that scientists are now describing it as “an unprecedented phenomenon, with fluctuations in its intensity, making it impossible to safely predict its development at this time.”
The government also braces itself for renewed public scrutiny due to the nationwide rally taking place on February 28 to commemorate two years since the tragic Tempi train accident.
Mitsotakis will be among approximately 100 leaders, as well as heads of international organizations and major technology companies, participating in the AI Action Summit.
A top Greek seismologist, who is accompanying the prime minister, will identify locations for the installation of tide gauges, as there were none in the area.
In his Facebook post, Mitsotakis expressed his satisfaction with the positive findings in the report, reiterating that the government’s priority remained to raise the living standards of Greek citizens linked to an increase in the salary in Greece
Costa added that discussions clearly focus on anti-aircraft and anti-missile defense, as well as on missiles, ammunition, and mobility.
Greece is at the forefront of the discussion on the necessity of a strong European defense, as its defense spending already exceeds 3% of GDP.
Mitsotakis acknowledged the challenges ahead but expressed confidence in overcoming them
Strict standards are also established for points of sale of all tobacco and similar products to ensure controlled access for minors.