The prime minister, Kyriakos Mitsotakis Speaking on the “Europe Early Edition” television show American CNBC network, referred to the course of her Greek economyand the reforms implemented by the government.
In an interview with the title ‘The return of the Greek economy » And he had references to the country’s high growth rates, Mr Mitsotakis was placed, inter alia, of the bold reforms that the government proceeded, debt repayment and unemployment reduction. THE prime minister He also made reports of European defense while expressing his optimism that the European Union could reach an agreement with the US on duties.
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‘In the four years between 2015 and 2019, We have suffered from the consequences of destructive negotiation by the left government. By 2019 we had the lowest growth rate in Europe. Now things are completely different. Since 2019, at the core of our financial success has been the fact that we established confidence in the basic principles of the Greek economy. None of this would have happened if we had not made difficult decisions to make our natural home in order. “ The prime minister said.
Talking about Greek economy Mr. Mitsotakis noted: “We were bold enough to implement growth measures, with significant structural reforms that improved the competitiveness of the Greek economy. I think we have an attractive story of foreign investors and foreign investments that continue to come to the Greek economy. Of course, I was the one who negotiated the Next Generation EU on behalf of Greece. Greece will receive 36 billion euros above what will receive from the Fund, agricultural funding by 2026. “
About reforms made by Mr Mitsotakis stated in CNBC network: “This was not just a story of European support. We made bold decisions and managed and won second elections, as we have proven that we can bring results with healthy policies in favor of growth. “
In terms of criticism that the opposition exercises him noted: «We live in a time when populists question the ability of more traditional parties And in Greece we defied this story. In 2023 we increased our dual -election percentages, convincing voters that we can implement our electoral commitments and can offer them a better future. This will be the challenge again in 2027. Will we be consistent? Can we build trust? Can we focus on what interests citizens? The number one issue in Greece is still inflation and income available. We know that we need to improve citizens’ lives. “
Concerning citizens’ incomes, he stressed: “We know that we need to further tax reduction, Increase wages, create more jobs. But we have to do it in a sustainable way, Without risking the basics of what we have achieved. “