Mitsotakis: The University of York wants to establish a branch in Greece

At the beginning of his statement, he mentioned the change in the Presidency of the Republic, thanking the outgoing Katerina Sakellaropoulou and welcoming the new President, Konstantinos Tasoulas. He also described the decision of some political parties to not attend the inauguration as anti-institutional.

In the field of education, he particularly highlighted the interest of the University of York in establishing a branch in Greece, as well as the new “Marietta Giannakou” program, which foresees the renovation of school buildings across the country. Additionally, he mentioned eVivlio, a new application with free audiobooks for students and teachers.

He then made special mention of the National Electronic Health File, which collects all citizens’ medical data into one user-friendly platform, as well as the electronic docket, which accelerates procedures in the judiciary.

In the economy, the Prime Minister emphasized Greece’s upgrade to investment grade by Moody’s, the decrease in unemployment, and the expansion of employment programs. He also referred to the strengthening of the National Ambulance Service (EKAB) with new ambulances, as well as actions under the AIGIS program for Civil Protection and forest protection.

Finally, he referred to actions aimed at combating criminal behavior, pointing out the recent dismantling of criminal organizations, intensified actions against electricity theft, and the control of illegal constructions on Mykonos.

The review concluded with a mention of the renovation of sports facilities, focusing on the fully renovated Olympic swimming pool, which is being handed back to athletes and the community.