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New Democracy seeks to counter with marine parks and migration policy, rhetoric
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Corruption claims, foreign policy missteps impede government’s efforts to build momentum
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Firefighting capabilities beefed up as blazes and water shortages weigh on government
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New Democracy suffers ratings blow as farming payments scandal unfolds
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Rival opposition motions give government breathing space over farm payments scandal
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Opposition sees ND’s call for broader subsidy inquiry as attempt to muddy waters
Amendment for migrant workers passes amid turmoil for government
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is hoping to move on swiftly from Tuesday’s vote in Parliament, which saw MPs approve an amendment that permits the Greek authorities to issue migrants who have been living in the country for over three years with work visas with the aim of easing labour shortages in key sectors of the economy.
The legislation proved controversial within the ruling New Democracy party and prompted former party leader and ex-PM Antonis Samaras to vote against it. Even though another six MPs from the ruling party expressed concern about the law change, they did ...
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