{"id":12166,"date":"2026-06-22T12:30:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-22T09:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.tomanifesto.gr\/?p=12166"},"modified":"2026-06-22T12:30:00","modified_gmt":"2026-06-22T09:30:00","slug":"pavlos-marinakis-the-government-offers-solutions-the-opposition-offers-populism","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/en.tomanifesto.gr\/?p=12166","title":{"rendered":"Pavlos Marinakis: The government offers solutions; the opposition offers populism"},"content":{"rendered":"

The government spokesperson briefed political editors, Pavlos Marinakis<\/b>. <\/p>\n

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Clear regarding the solution proposed and promoted by the government to address austerity<\/b>, namely increasing incomes, in contrast to the populism to which the opposition is resorting.<\/p>\n

When asked about statements made by the president of PASOK<\/b>, Nikos Androulakis, regarding exorbitant price hikes on products, the government spokesperson said that \u201cwe are trying to find solutions,\u201d<\/b> while the opposition is \u201cunabashedly pandering to the masses.\u201d Realistic solutions to an imported problem, such as inflation, as Pavlos Marinakis said, are increasing citizens\u2019 incomes.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

Mr. Marinakis emphasized that the data cited by Nikos Androulakis were based on a specific report covering a limited number of products. This, he said, is an unsubstantiated generalization, noting that, based on calculations using the most cost-effective options for 12 basic products, the cost comes to approximately 42 euros\u2014not 60 euros\u2014that is, an increase of about 27%. As he emphasized, \u201cwe are not trying to sugarcoat the situation, but to provide realistic answers.\u201d<\/b><\/p>\n

Dozens of taxes under the Tsipras administration<\/b><\/h3>\n

Regarding the hundreds of millions of euros from taxing luxury lifestyles promised by officials of the Hellenic Police under Alexis Tsipras, <\/b>Pavlos Marinakis, recalled that during his time in government, \u201che imposed dozens of taxes on the middle class\u201d. He accused the opposition of insisting on a policy of overtaxation. \u201cOur approach is different. Tax cuts, boosting growth, and increasing public revenue through more investment and jobs,\u201d<\/b> he noted emphatically.<\/p>\n

Isolated incident involving an email<\/h3>\n

Regarding the case of Anna-Michelle Asimakopoulou<\/b> and the leaked email, the government spokesperson emphasized that \u201cthere is no question of influencing the electoral process\u201d<\/b>, referring to it as \u201can isolated incident involving the sending of an email.\u201d At the same time, it was made clear that the government does not comment on legal proceedings, noting that the presumption of innocence applies until a final judicial ruling is issued.<\/b> On a political level, it was emphasized that \u201csuch an incident cannot be equated with serious criminal cases,\u201d while the possibility of expulsion for those involved was categorically ruled out.<\/p>\n

Out-of-court mechanism<\/h3>\n

In his opening remarks, Mr. Marinakis emphasized the bill proposed by the Ministry of National Economy and Finance, which includes extensive measures to regulate private debt and support households. <\/p>\n

Pavlos Marinakis\u2019s introductory remarks are as follows:<\/p>\n

Significant provisions regarding the out-of-court mechanism and private debt<\/b>, as well as provisions concerning support for families, pensioners, and vulnerable groups are included in the bill from the Ministry of National Economy and Finance, which will be voted on June 24.<\/p>\n

Among other things:<\/p>\n

\u2022 The out-of-court debt settlement mechanism is being expanded, as the minimum debt threshold is being reduced to 5,000 euros from the current 10,000 euros.<\/p>\n

\u2022 For the first time, the option is provided to repay debts and save one\u2019s primary residence by liquidating other real estate properties under the out-of-court mechanism.<\/p>\n

\u2022 A payment plan of up to 72 installments is established for debts that had not been settled by the end of 2023.<\/p>\n

\u2022 The option to lift a bank account garnishment is provided, provided the debtor pays off 25% of their debt and settles the remaining confirmed debts owed to the tax authorities.<\/p>\n

\u2022 The exempt amount for bank accounts is increased to 1,600 euros for all debts owed to the government and banks.<\/p>\n

\u2022 The protection program for borrowers with Swiss franc loans is extended until September 30, 2026, with the aim of giving more borrowers the opportunity to convert their loans to euros. Already, approximately 50% of borrowers have begun the process of enrolling in this program.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Emergency financial assistance is being provided to families with children, amounting to 150 euros for each dependent child, with expanded income eligibility criteria.<\/p>\n

\u2022 The while the income eligibility criteria are being broadened, resulting in an increase in the number of beneficiaries.<\/p>\n

\u2022 The income limits for the reimbursement of one month\u2019s rent are being expanded, so that 85% of tenants are now covered.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Teachers, doctors, and nurses serving in Greece\u2019s regions are eligible for a refund of two months\u2019 rent, with no income-related restrictions.<\/p>\n

The government\u2019s primary goal with these new measures is to find practical solutions to issues affecting households, with an emphasis on supporting our most vulnerable citizens, strengthening social cohesion, and fostering conditions for growth.<\/p>\n

Resilience of Greek Tourism<\/h3>\n

The resilience of Greek tourism is highlighted by the latest data from the Bank of Greece. According to these figures, travel receipts in April\u2014amid the major crisis in Iran\u2014exceeded 1.1 billion euros, marking a 9.5% increase compared to April 2025.<\/p>\n

Revenue performance is even more impressive when considering the first four months of 2026 as a whole. Revenues reached 2.8 billion euros, marking a 37% increase compared to the same period last year, which corresponds to a rise in revenue of nearly 753 million euros.<\/b><\/p>\n

At the same time, statistics from the Civil Aviation Authority<\/b> show that total passenger traffic rose by 5.7% in the first five months of 2026 at the country\u2019s airports compared to the same period last year.<\/p>\n

The data indicate that Greece is establishing itself as an attractive destination for an increasing number of months throughout the year, a fact that highlights the effectiveness of the national strategy to extend the tourist season.<\/p>\n

International Rankings<\/h3>\n

Two leading international rankings once again confirm Greece\u2019s progress in digital transformation.<\/b><\/p>\n

Specifically, according to the Digital Government Outlook 2026 <\/b>report by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development, Greece is outperforming the average of OECD countries in digital transformation, while it ranks among the countries with strong performance in the development of citizen-centered digital services, in the creation of shared digital infrastructure for the entire public administration, and in the provision of more proactive and effective services.<\/p>\n

In fact, our country has an overall score higher than that of countries such as Japan, Italy, Canada, the Netherlands, and Finland.<\/p>\n

At the same time, the European Commission\u2019s \u201cDigital Decade 2026\u201d<\/b> by the European Commission, it appears that Greece continues to consistently implement its national strategy for the digitization of public administration and is steadily converging with the European Union.<\/p>\n

Our country has addressed 83% of the Commission\u2019s recommendations, continuing its steady progress toward achieving its goals in 2025.<\/p>\n

In 2025, digital public services for citizens reached 79.4%, while those for businesses reached 86%.<\/p>\n

Progress in the field of digital health is particularly impressive. <\/b>Greece recorded one of the largest annual improvements in Europe, as the composite digital health index rose by 20 percentage points in one year, reaching 94%, compared to an average of 87% in the European Union. With this performance, Greece ranks among the top EU member states in the field of digital health, surpassing countries such as: Italy, Spain, Germany, France, and Sweden.<\/p>\n

Mandatory registration of all elevators<\/h3>\n

The deadline for the mandatory registration of all elevators in the country in the Elevator Registry is set to expire on June 30, 2026.<\/p>\n

The inventory applies to all elevators without exception:<\/p>\n

-in apartment buildings,<\/p>\n

-in office buildings,<\/p>\n

-in hotels,<\/p>\n

-in commercial and mixed-use facilities,<\/p>\n

-even if they have already been certified or previously registered in another registry.<\/p>\n

Please note that failure to register will result in administrative fines for building owners\/co-owners per elevator:<\/p>\n

-1,000 euros for residential buildings,<\/p>\n

– 2,500 euros for commercial or mixed-use buildings,<\/p>\n

-5,000 euros for buildings accessible to the general public.<\/p>\n

Once the inventory is complete and more accurate data is available, the government, in collaboration with stakeholders, will be able to analyze the data and develop optimal policies for targeted oversight, risk prevention, and the continuous enhancement of safe elevator operation.<\/p>\n

Demanding restoration project<\/h3>\n

The western pediment of the Parthenon<\/b> has been restored to its most complete form after approximately 220 years, as an exceptionally demanding restoration project has been completed.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis is a moment of historic significance for the monument, for the Acropolis, and for world culture,\u201d stated Minister of Culture Lina Mendoni.<\/b><\/p>\n

The restoration of the pediment\u2019s architectural unity was carried out as part of a project funded by the Recovery and Resilience Facility. The work was carried out by specialized staff from the Acropolis Monuments Conservation Service, under the supervision of the Acropolis Monuments Conservation Committee.<\/p>\n

Prime Minister\u2019s Schedule<\/h3>\n

Today, Monday, June 22, at 7:00 p.m., the Prime Minister will speak at the inauguration of the Information Technology and Cyberspace Directorate building at the Ministry of National Defense.<\/b><\/p>\n

Tomorrow, Tuesday, June 23, Kyriakos Mitsotakis will speak at the event organized by the Ministry of Digital Governance on the Land Registry, with the theme \u201cFrom a Decades-Long Pending Issue to a New Era, with Transparency, Speed, and Security.\u201d<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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