Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis met warmly with Archbishop Makarios of Australia at Maximos Mansion, expressing joy ahead of his upcoming March 25 visit to the Greek diaspora. He highlighted the postal voting legislation for expatriates as a historic achievement for Hellenism and his personal efforts toward a double taxation avoidance agreement.
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Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and U.S. Ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle met in Athens, affirming historic highs in US-Greece relations with focus on security, energy, and economic growth.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis will meet U.S. Ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle and U.S. Cabinet officials Doug Burgum and Chris Wright at Maximos Mansion to discuss bilateral relations and cooperation.
In Syntagma Square, two viewing platforms rise beside the red-painted names of Tempi’s victims, as unarmed ODOS officers prepare to enforce a new law banning protests at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Government spokesperson Pavlos Marinakis declared “no exceptions,” while grieving father Panos Routsi vowed nightly vigils, calling the measure “revenge.” Today’s October 28 student parade becomes the first real test of a policy already dividing Greece.
A growing debate in Greece has erupted over whether protests near the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Athens undermine its sanctity or reflect the country’s democratic tradition. The discussion, sparked by online pressure and a rare public exchange between President Konstantinos Tasoulas and Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, has exposed tensions within the government and raised questions about the balance between national symbolism and the right to protest.
The historic Saint Catherine’s Monastery in Sinai, Egypt, is at the heart of a growing ecclesiastical dispute that could strain Greece-Egypt relations. Greece’s General Secretary of Religious Affairs, Giorgos Kalantzis, arrived in Cairo yesterday to mediate between Abbot Archbishop Damian and dissenting monks. Following an emergency meeting at Athens’ Maximos Mansion, fears mount that the monastery could face a schism similar to Mount Athos’ Esfigmenou Monastery. With the monastery closed to pilgrims and Egyptian authorities pressing for a resolution, the next 24 hours are critical for finding a compromise to preserve this UNESCO World Heritage Site and bilateral ties.
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has unveiled *MyStreet*, a new digital app aimed at protecting public spaces in Greece. The platform allows citizens, municipal staff, and police to check in real time whether areas are being used legally and report violations, with municipalities playing a key role in its implementation.
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced twelve new measures to reduce bureaucracy and improve Greece’s business environment, emphasizing inter-ministerial cooperation and immediate implementation to support economic growth.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has hinted at leaving politics after the 2027 elections, sparking discussions about his succession within New Democracy. In a Proto Thema interview, he emphasized party stability and aligned with PASOK’s stance on agricultural subsidies, leaving observers curious about his cryptic message, “Let those who understand, understand.”
As Greece grapples with a severe drought depleting Athens’ reservoirs to historic lows, the government is set to unveil a National Water Plan to combat water scarcity. The strategy includes merging over 700 municipal water companies into three major entities, expanding the roles of EYDAP and EYATH, and creating a new fund for dams and desalination plants. With temperatures soaring to 43°C and climate change intensifying, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis will lead discussions today to finalize measures aimed at securing water for millions.
Greece’s government underwent a swift reshuffle on Monday as new ministers were sworn in following high-profile resignations linked to the OPEKEPE subsidy scandal. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis appointed four new officials in a bid to stabilize his administration ahead of a key cabinet meeting, where major policy initiatives—including labor reform and a national AI strategy—were presented under the cloud of ongoing political turmoil.
Greece is set to unveil a transformative railway reform bill at today’s Cabinet meeting, led by Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis. Presented by Deputy Minister Konstantinos Kyranakis, the legislation proposes “New Hellenic Railways,” merging OSE, GAIA OSE, and ERGOSE. With advanced geolocation and automatic braking systems, the reforms aim to enhance safety and rebuild trust after the Tempi tragedy.
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has reshuffled the communications team at Maximos Mansion, appointing Giorgos Efthymiou as Director of the Press Office, Nikos Romanos as Director of Digital Communications, and Christos Zografos as Communications Advisor. The changes, effective April 7, 2025, also include Dimitris Politis as Investment Advisor and Alexandra Sdoukou as New Democracy’s Press Spokesperson, signaling a refreshed approach to government messaging and economic priorities.
“Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis called for a unified EU response to Donald Trump’s tariffs during a meeting of the Governmental Economic Policy Council on April 07, 2025. ‘Greece is ready to face these challenges while staying on the path of fiscal stability,’ he declared, emphasizing the need for solidarity among the 27 member states to protect the nation’s economy amid global trade uncertainties.”
Greece is scrambling to protect its economy as Trump’s tariffs send shockwaves worldwide, with the Governmental Economic Policy Council meeting on April 7, 2025, to craft a defense strategy. While exports like feta and olive oil face direct pressure, a potential EU slowdown and global recession threaten tourism and trade, prompting Prime Minister Mitsotakis to prioritise national stability amid escalating tensions.
Greece’s newly appointed ministers took office following a cabinet reshuffle, with Finance Minister Kyriakos Pierrakakis targeting wage hikes and job growth, Infrastructure Minister Christos Dimas tackling critical projects, and Education Minister Sofia Zacharaki prioritizing quality education. Migration Minister Makis Voridis vowed to curb illegal migration, while Environment Minister Stavros Papastavrou emphasized sustainability and renewable energy, signaling a bold agenda for progress and reform.
Kostas Tasoulas has officially taken office as Greece’s ninth President of the Republic, with a formal swearing-in ceremony at the Hellenic Parliament. As he assumes his new role, political attention shifts to an anticipated cabinet reshuffle, with Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis expected to announce key government changes by the end of the week. Speculation is mounting over who will take on the crucial finance minister position, as current minister Kostis Hatzidakis is likely to move to the Maximos Mansion.
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis met with Archbishop Ieronymos of Athens and All Greece at the Maximos Mansion on Monday. The meeting reflected on the loss of Archbishop Anastasios of Albania, hailed for his remarkable legacy in rebuilding the Church in Albania, and addressed key issues of Church-State collaboration, focusing on social challenges and strengthening ties for the benefit of Greek society.
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis praised the Onassis Foundation’s transformative €160 million donation to establish 22 model public schools in Greece. Announced at the Maximos Mansion, the initiative aims to enhance education in socially disadvantaged areas, offering enriched programs in culture and sports. Highlighting the project’s impact, Mitsotakis emphasized the government’s commitment to equal opportunities and expanding model schools, which will benefit nearly 30,000 students over 12 years.
Greece’s first Cabinet meeting of 2025, chaired by Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, is set to focus on key legislative proposals and financial initiatives. The agenda will include bills to strengthen the capital market, reform disciplinary justice, and improve infrastructure, alongside planned updates on public debt management and Greece’s role in the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development.
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, his wife Mareva Grabowski-Mitsotakis, and their children Sofia, Konstantinos, and Daphne, listened to Christmas carols from various regions of Greece at the Maximos Mansion. The carols were sung by members of the Lyceum of Greek Women, the Greek Guides Corps, and the Music School of Ptolemaida. The family exchanged well wishes and gifts with the carolers for the holiday season.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis met with Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides following Christodoulides’s discussions with US President Joe Biden. The talks highlighted US support for a sustainable solution to the Cyprus issue, strengthening Cyprus’s and Greece’s strategic ties with Washington as they work toward regional stability.
During a meeting at the Maximos Mansion in Athens, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis discussed the unresolved matter of World War II reparations with German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, amidst ongoing dialogue about economic recovery and strengthened relations between Greece and Germany.
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis met with Eurogroup President Paschal Donohoe to discuss economic issues affecting Europe and Greece. Mitsotakis highlighted Greece’s economic growth, decreasing inflation, and commitment to fiscal stability, while Donohoe praised the country’s achievements and the performance of the Greek economy.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis met with Moldovan Prime Minister Dorin Recean to discuss Moldova’s EU accession and bilateral cooperation.
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis convened a meeting of Greece’s new Cabinet at the Maximos Mansion, emphasizing a dynamic restart after recent elections. He outlined priorities including tackling price hikes, improving public services, and driving reforms to build a stronger Greece by 2027. Mitsotakis also addressed upcoming European challenges and the importance of effective coordination among Ministries and MEPs.
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis will meet with visiting President of Türkiye, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, at…
