{"id":12564,"date":"2026-06-24T13:05:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-24T10:05:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.tomanifesto.gr\/?p=12564"},"modified":"2026-06-24T13:05:00","modified_gmt":"2026-06-24T10:05:00","slug":"kostis-hatzidakis-the-new-democracy-partys-program-with-a-vision-for-2030","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/en.tomanifesto.gr\/?p=12564","title":{"rendered":"Kostis Hatzidakis: The New Democracy Party\u2019s Program with a Vision for 2030"},"content":{"rendered":"

The direction of the new government program<\/b>, the measures for austerity, the regulation regarding \u201cnon-performing loans\u201d<\/b> and the political debate ahead of the 2027 elections were analyzed by the Deputy Prime Minister, Kostis Hatzidakis, speaking on ERT News, emphasizing that the goal is \u201congoing national renewal\u201d <\/strong>combined with stability and reforms.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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The new program and its priorities through 2030<\/h3>\n

The Deputy Prime Minister made it clear that the goal is not a third term for its own sake,<\/strong> but rather serving the national interest. \u201cWe are not a sports club celebrating titles.\u00a0<\/strong>The question is how we can best serve the national interest,\u201d<\/strong> he noted, adding that the new program will be based on an assessment of the previous administration. \u201cWithout arrogance, let\u2019s see what went well, what went wrong, keep the good things, and correct the mistakes.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

Among other things, he noted that the central focus is on:<\/p>\n

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  • the economy <\/strong>and productivity<\/strong>, through the use of artificial intelligence, research, and European funds<\/li>\n
  • Social policy,\u00a0<\/strong>with an emphasis on housing, family support, and demographics<\/li>\n
  • Regional development<\/strong> and equal opportunities for all<\/li>\n
  • Institutions and governance<\/strong>, aimed at strengthening trust in the state<\/li>\n
  • Foreign policy<\/strong>, defense, and energy, with \u201cresponsible patriotism\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    \u201cNew Democracy can combine the call for stability and security with the call for change.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

    The arguments for a new term<\/h3>\n

    Mr. Hatzidakis presented three main reasons why, as he said, citizens should vote for New Democracy again:<\/p>\n

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    • Economic performance, a reduction in unemployment, the creation of over 560,000 jobs, an increase in deposits from 136 to over 200 billion euros, a rise in investment and exports, debt reduction, etc.<\/li>\n
    • Superiority in terms of \u201cleadership\u201d and \u201cteamwork\u201d<\/li>\n
    • A realistic plan for the future<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      \u201cNew Democracy is and will remain the only party on which one can pin one\u2019s hopes.\u201d<\/p>\n

      Accuracy: measures and responses to criticism<\/h3>\n

      Acknowledging the pressure on households, the vice president noted: \u201cThere is a problem. There are households that are struggling and cannot make ends meet,\u201d<\/strong> while he outlined the measures that have been taken:<\/p>\n

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      • \u201cHousehold Basket\u201d<\/li>\n
      • Special signage in supermarkets<\/li>\n
      • Fines for price gouging<\/li>\n
      • Wage increases (minimum wage raised from 650 to 920 euros)<\/li>\n
      • \u201cHow Much Does It Cost?\u201d platform for price transparency<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        He argued that inflation is primarily an international phenomenon <\/strong>and is close to the European average.<\/strong><\/p>\n

        Regarding the VAT reduction, he replied: \u201cA large portion of the reduction does not reach consumers, whereas reductions in direct taxes, by definition, go straight into their pockets.\u201d<\/p>\n

        Opposition and the Political Landscape<\/h3>\n

        Mr. Hatzidakis criticized the opposition parties, referring to\u00a0\u201ctoxic attacks\u201d<\/strong> and \u201cpopulism<\/strong>,\u201d as well as \u201cfar-fetched theories.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

        \u201cWe are not going to promise more <\/strong>depending on who comes in second or third. No one should play games with Greece.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

        Regarding the possibility of coalitions,<\/strong> he reiterated that the goal is a majority government<\/strong>, pointing out the deadlock resulting from the refusal of parties to cooperate.<\/strong><\/p>\n

        Speculation about a new party led by Samaras<\/h3>\n

        Referring to speculation about the creation of a new political party by Antonis Samaras, the Deputy Prime Minister kept his distance, noting that the final decision rests with the former prime minister himself.<\/p>\n

        \u201c\u201cHe will make his own decisions and weigh the matter thoroughly.\u201d<\/strong> However, he warned of the potential political consequences of such a move, stating: \u201cIf he goes ahead with such a move, I believe it will cause some damage to New Democracy<\/strong>, but also to other parties<\/strong>, such as those of Mr. Velopoulos and Ms. Latinopoulou, but it will damage his political legacy.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

        Mr. Hatzidakis emphasized the importance of unity within the center-right, noting:\u00a0\u201cI believe in a broad center-right bloc and in the unity of New Democracy, <\/strong>but this cannot be imposed.\u201d<\/p>\n

        The Avramopoulos Case and Political Developments<\/h3>\n

        Regarding the case of Dimitris Avramopoulos, he stated:\u00a0\u201cI don\u2019t know the details, but there is a document from the European Commission, and he himself is requesting the lifting of his immunity. The truth will come to light.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

        The regulation on \u201cnon-performing loans\u201d and the Katseli Law<\/h3>\n

        He made special mention of the new regulation for borrowers:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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        • Reduction in \u201cnon-performing\u201d loans<\/strong> from 44% to 3\u20134%<\/li>\n
        • Reduction in private debt<\/strong> from 93 billion to ~68 billion euros<\/li>\n
        • Settlements through an out-of-court mechanism<\/strong> amounting to nearly 20 billion euros<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Regarding the new measure: \u201cIt affects approximately 100,000 of our fellow citizens and means debt relief amounting to tens of thousands of euros.\u201d<\/p>\n

          The arrangement provides for interest not to be capitalized and for retroactive application for those already servicing loans. \u201cWe don\u2019t just talk the talk; we walk the walk,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n

          He emphasized, however, that a balance must be ensured, stating characteristically, \u201cThere are no first- and second-class citizens\u2014consistent borrowers must also be taken into account.\u201d<\/p>\n

          The Message for the Future<\/h3>\n

          In closing, the Deputy Prime Minister set out the basic political framework: \u201cWe must remember what Greece went through over the past decade and act in a spirit of true patriotism and common sense.\u201d<\/p>\n

          As he emphasized, the government\u2019s strategy remains: \u201cA steady course of reform, with responsibility and without excesses.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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