Greek PM urges ministers to focus on government work

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis called on his ministers to set aside personal electoral goals and concentrate on fulfilling the government’s 90-term priorities. He emphasized that the government’s focus should remain on delivering results rather than engaging in pre-election activities.

Mitsotakis pointed to recent progress in addressing illegal activity, including tax evasion cases and the resolution of the Plaka explosion. He noted that the government is taking action on major cases that had previously remained unsolved or were inadequately addressed.

The prime minister also criticized those who now appear surprised by illegal activity, reminding them that legislative changes to the Criminal Codes were enacted in 2019. He described the recent cases as proof of the government’s commitment to its 'Lawfulness Everywhere' policy.

Addressing Turkish-Libyan maritime claims, Mitsotakis stated that such arbitrary assertions contradict the Law of the Sea and do not affect Greece’s national plans. He also mentioned his proposal for a global maritime ceasefire at the United Nations Security Council to protect trade routes and stabilize the cost of living.

On the economy, Mitsotakis acknowledged the challenges posed by international instability, noting that many households are under pressure. He argued that the government is pursuing the best course of action and remains cautiously optimistic due to the reserves built through prudent economic policies.

The government’s 9,000-term priorities include implementing tax measures from the Thessaloniki International Fair (TIF), increasing the minimum wage to €1,000 by early 2028, and expanding the Digital Work Card. Infrastructure projects include the Thessaloniki Flyover and additional sections of the Northern Road Axis of Crete (VOAK). In housing, the government is promoting the 'Renovate-Rent' scheme, social land-for-housing arrangements, and the construction of homes on disused military sites.