The Undersecretary of State for the prime minister for government priorities and developments after imposing US duties
In the Euro -American relations, the economic policy of the government and its priorities, as well as the developments after the maritime spatial planning of our country, the Deputy Minister of State for the Prime Minister, Thanassis Kontogeorgis.
Specifically, for the United States-European Union relations, he stresses that “we insist on exhausting all diplomatic means in order to avoid a crisis in Euro-Atlantic relations. Despite the limited exposure of the Greek economy to the changes initially announced, we remain alert, “he assures.
At the same time, in a more general comment on the economic policy, he says: “We are taking advantage of the useful time that has been created by accelerating ongoing reforms, with a focus on attracting more investment, better funding of real economy and utilizing its available tools, extroversion to Upgrading of employment and human resources. The government is continuing its work to make excess of growth, to be channeled where there is greater need, namely tax relief, income improvement and public investment. The TIF is a milestone for our economic policy but not only, since we use every “window of opportunity” with prudence and perseverance on the right fiscal path in order to strengthen our fellow citizens. “
Asked in particular about upcoming income reinforcement, the Deputy Minister under the Prime Minister notes: “The priorities are clear. Tax relief, income improvement, policies that help find accessible housing, public investments that return to society, opportunities for everyone to achieve the best. At the same time, however, it is a bet for us to feel and to be able to improve their life, a small business to become great. Since 2019, the basic salary increased from 650euro to 880euro, while the average full -time salary exceeded 1,400Euro. Reducing unemployment from 17.8% to 8.6% raised the employee negotiating power. In the roof sector, my “home” program helps 30,000 families acquire subsidized loans, while the out -of -court mechanism has led to debt write -offs of over 3.4 billion euros and we were further expanding its perimeter. We are committed to a policy where growth concerns everyone and returns a social dividend to citizens, “he assures.
And when he is asked to give his political – electoral estimates, Th. It is extremely premature to make forecasts and estimates as it is obvious that there is significant volatility in the electorate. “
However, he adds, “this is not the first time a second four -year government has been facing difficulties. Certainly, however, this is the first time a government has maintained a second four -year lead. The final election result will be the result of our own work and the moderation that should distinguish us in managing the command we have received. “
Changing the question and to the question of whether Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is close to a visit to the White House, Th. When this meeting is set, it will be officially announced, but there is no scheduled at this time. “
While in relation to maritime spatial planning (HSSs) he points out: “Greece is practicing an effective foreign policy that does not” shout “. The government is closing pending the past. It defends national interests in practice and in a meaningful way, not with communication flares. A few days ago we had the delimitation of Chevron’s coordinates, the presentation of the 12 -year equipment program and more. The marine spatial planning (HSS) captures human activities in all marine zones of our country, with the aim of protecting the environment in them. “
And he continues, stressing that “this is the first time that the EU’s official regulatory text have been imprinted on the boundaries of the Greek continental shelf, that is, the full influence of the mainland and the islands. The map that captures the Greek maritime spatial planning does not constitute EEZ delineation. Marine spatial planning implements a number of European strategies and is part of the European acquis. The MSS is even more valuable if it is taken into account that our country has the largest coastline in the European Union and most recorded islands, “he says.