New Speaker to Be Elected in Greek Parliament on Wednesday

The Greek Parliament will elect a new Speaker on Wednesday following Konstantinos Tasoulas’ resignation after his nomination for President of the Republic. Nikitas Kaklamanis, backed by New Democracy, PASOK, SYRIZA, and other parties, is expected to win with a broad majority. The New Left and KKE will declare their presence, while a handover ceremony will follow the election.

Androulakis Meets Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew at the Phanar

Nikos Androulakis, leader of PASOK-Movement for Change, met with Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew at the Phanar in Istanbul to mark Epiphany Day. During the meeting, Androulakis praised the Patriarch’s leadership, describing him as an inspiration to millions of Orthodox Christians worldwide, while also extending wishes for health and prosperity in 2025.

Greek Parliament Ratifies Lisbon Recognition Convention

Greek Parliament ratified the Lisbon Recognition Convention with majority support from New Democracy and PASOK-KINAL, while opposition parties opposed it. Education Minister Kyriakos Pierrakakis dismissed criticisms as “out of touch,” emphasizing widespread international ratification and clarifying the convention’s scope on foreign education recognition.