The PM also pledged schoolsin Thessaly hit by Storm Daniel would be fully restored by September thans to donations by Greek shipowners
The Prime Minister is expected to announce measures which aim to reduce some of the agricultural sector's costs
More funding over migration issue, revision of budget framework among the highlights for Greek side
The hydro-pumped storage project is located in Amfilochia and includes 680MW production and 730MW pumping/storage
Mitsotakis will have migration and natural disasters on his agenda at the meeting, which is a follow-up to the Council meeting of 14-15 December where EU leaders discussed revising the MFF in an effort to create long-term support for Ukraine and to add funding for STEP
Promises continued market inspections and the imposition of heavy fines to contain damage
Greek PM confirms visit to Turkey in May
The two men discussed the latest developments on the ground in the theater of war ahead of the upcoming extraordinary meeting of the European Council in Brussels
The PM also alluded to the exceptional year for Greek airports in 2023, following a record-breaking all-time high in passenger traffic - 72.6 million passengers compared to the previous historical "high" of 64.16 million in 2019
“Allow me to be clear, we will insist on their reunification for many reasons, but one, in my opinion, is the most crucial: because only by seeing them together, in the shadow of the Acropolis, can we truly appreciate their immense cultural significance for Western civilization.”
Mitsotakis reminded his cabinet that the issue had already been addressed in 36 countries across five continents, “without any indication that it has harmed social cohesion and governmental harmony anywhere.”
Athens has been closely following the situation in the Red Sea and threats to maritime shipping from attacks by the Yemen-based Houthi rebels
During his participation in the WEF Forum, the Greek Premier met with policymakers, and stakeholders and gave a series of interviews to high-profile media outlets in his efforts to promote the Greek economy and attract foreign investment
The PM said he was certain the same-sex marriage Bill would become Law in February
PM also sits down for conversation with Foreign Policy editor-in-chief Ravi Agrawal
During the meetings, discussions revolved around the investment opportunities offered by Greece, the country's comparative advantages, and its economic performance, characterized by high growth rates consistently surpassing the European average
Greek PM will later meet with stakeholders on the sidelines of the WEF to promote the Greek economy
New Democracy maintains a significant standing with 38% in voting intention and 41% in perceived suitability for the prime ministerial role
He's also set to meet with top executives from major technology and energy companies who have expressed an interest in investing in Greece.
Davos, NYC, Chicago, EU Summit scheduled, with prospect of official visits to New Delhi, Seoul, Canada also cited