Greek Politics
ND unveils steps to address migration issue amid political pressure
Mindful of the potential political damage it could suffer if it is not deemed to be managing the migration situation adequately, the government has announced a range of measures aimed at showing that it is addressing the uptick in arrivals and deteriorating conditions at hotspots.
SYRIZA targets broader appeal as ND focuses on next bills
SYRIZA has taken the next step in its gradual evolution following its 4.5 years in power and the hefty election defeat it suffered in July.
New waste strategy dials down recycling targets, promises to address landfill problems
Greece’s Environment and Energy Ministry unveiled a new waste management strategy on Thursday, setting targets for packaging recycling and extending organic waste collection.
Strikes greet labour measures
A raft of interventions in the labour market by the New Democracy government have brought criticism from the opposition and widespread strike action across the public sector.
ND promotes positive narrative abroad, away from inquiry clash at home
While the domestic political agenda continues to be debated by the tug-of-war over the Novartis affair, the government continues to try to promote abroad a narrative based on progress and renewal.
Buoyed by strong ratings, Mitsotakis opts for caution on Novartis probe
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has ruled out the possibility of New Democracy instigating a preliminary investigation into SYRIZA leader Alexis Tsipras over the Novartis affair, suggesting that the current premier sees no political benefit from such a move at a time that his party seems to have strong public support.
Tsipras puts first broad brushstrokes to SYRIZA's picture in opposition
SYRIZA leader Alexis Tsipras attempted to set the tone for his party in opposition when he appeared at the Thessaloniki Expo over the weekend, ahead of internal meetings aimed at shaping the future of the left-wing grouping.
ND unveils development bill it sees as catalyst for growth
The government has unveiled its development bill, which New Democracy hopes will act as a catalyst for greater investment in Greece, accelerating the growth rate and delivering the improved economic results Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has promised.
Mitsotakis lauds Commission VP nomination amid murmurs within party
The achievement of Greece’s nominee for the European Commission being offered a vice president spot has been overshadowed at home by a potential rift within New Democracy that could present Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis with his first significant domestic political challenge since winning the July 7 general election.
Tax cuts spearhead Mitsotakis's message in Thessaloniki
Claiming that Greece is “turning a page” and that the positive impact from the change in government is already visible, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced a range of tax cuts at the Thessaloniki Expo on Saturday and insisted that New Democracy will take the steps needed to boost investment and growth.