PM Mitsotakis: Growth should boost incomes nationwide

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, during his weekly review of the government's work, stressed that the growth of the economy only makes sense if "the improvement of incomes reaches nationwide".

In light of the recognition of the progress made by the Greek economy by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, he remarked, "We have indeed made significant progress since 2019 and even more since 2015. However, I am acutely aware that this progress is not yet felt by everyone." I pledge that I will continue to fight with all my strength to ensure that the improvement in incomes reaches everywhere, in every corner of the country. After all, that is the only way for the economy to grow.

Referring to the changes for admission to public hospitals, he said the goal is to reduce the average waiting time for on-call services. He stressed that it is one of the major priorities of the government, which is a demand of the society. He stated that the National Health System is undergoing changes, having received an increase in funding of 74% since 2019 and 120% specifically for hospitals. "With new, modern infrastructure and continuous recruitment of staff, digital services, transparency in procurement, and evening surgeries – there have already been 5,000 – with the personal doctor and free preventive examinations."

Referring to Klavdia's participation in the Eurovision Song Contest, Mitsotakis remarked that "it demonstrated, by winning over both the audience and the juries, that quality music and Greek tradition possess the ability to unite people, free from superficiality, simplistic impressions, and clichés." He spoke about uprooting, and he did so with respect and power. Today, on the eve of the Day of Remembrance for the Pontian Genocide, her performance carries even greater significance. It was a bow to the memory and endurance of a people. "Moreover, it serves as a testament to the ability of art to unite, educate, and heal."