A clear message that Greece is not going to lose a single euro from Recovery fund Deputy Finance Minister Nikos Papathanassis sent, announcing that in July the country would submit a 6th payment request of 3.9 billion euros.
“We have no right to lose a single euro and we will not lose,” he said. Nikos Papathanassis In an interview with Athens Voice, noting that the Greek side is already working intensively to ensure the complete absorption of recovery fund funds until the end of the program in the summer of 2026.
The ministry’s planning includes the absorption of 4.9 billion euros in 2025 and an additional € 6.9 billion in 2026. “We are ready to file a 6th request in July, having covered all the prerequisites,” the minister said.
Referring to Greece’s overall performance in the section of absorbing European resources, he noted that the country is one of Europe’s leading, both in the recovery and the NSRF. “It is encouraging that Greece is in the first place. We do something right, “he said.
In his interview, Mr. Papathanassis also focused on targeting the actions funded, emphasizing investments that boost digital and green transition, housing infrastructure and support for small and medium -sized businesses, especially tourism.
He made it clear that the financial staff is working in full coordination with the ministries involved and banks, so that the projects can “run” rapidly and with quality control and transparency. “The fund’s governance system is now mature and works effectively,” he said.
The minister’s message was clear that Greece is not only not going to return unused funds, but aims to absorb 100% of available resources, proving its ability to manage large European financial tools with consistency and reliability.