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Global News Through a Greek Lens
Global News Through a Greek Lens
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis outlined key government initiatives during his weekly review, condemning a fatal car accident in Hania, Crete, and emphasizing policies on housing, healthcare and energy.
The fatal accident, caused by a drunk driver who was stopped by officers but not detained, occurred last weekend. Mitsotakis announced a change in leadership at the local police department in response.
“We cannot ignore reckless drivers who drive drunk. The responsibility also lies with law enforcement, which must be consistent and strict, as well as with police leadership, which is ultimately accountable for how services operate. That’s why I’ve called for a change in the leadership of the Hania police department,” Mitsotakis said.
The prime minister also highlighted the launch of “My Home II,” a program offering affordable loans to Greeks aged 25 to 50 for their first homes. With a budget of 2 billion euros, the program aims to assist 20,000 citizens. Mitsotakis noted, “The response has been overwhelming, with over 42,000 applications already submitted.”
He also discussed Greece’s role in European energy policy, reaffirming the country’s commitment to green energy and urging reforms in the EU’s energy market to address rising electricity prices. Mitsotakis mentioned that he had written to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, proposing solutions to ensure Europe’s energy security.
In healthcare, Mitsotakis outlined ongoing efforts to improve emergency services in Athens hospitals and criticized the opposition’s proposals, including those on insurance companies, which he labeled as “unrealistic and incompatible with EU regulations.”
Additionally, Mitsotakis reviewed the government’s progress on “tap2ride,” a contactless payment service for public transport, which launched Wednesday, marking a step toward smarter city infrastructure.