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Mitsotakis on European elections: Abstention is a great danger to democracy

PM: The last thing the country needs is political instability, I want the message that ND is strong to be sent on June 9th

Newsroom May 21 02:08

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis highlighted the importance of the upcoming European elections on June 9th during his tour of Western Macedonia, stressing that abstention poses a significant threat to democracy. He urged voters to avoid complacency and grievances, to participate in the elections in a unified and organized manner, and to send a message of stability and continuity.

Mitsotakis further claimed that political instability is the last thing the country needs and expressed his desire for a strong message of support for the ND party on election night. He underscored that stability is essential for future progress and expressed his honor in being re-elected to help revive the country. The Prime Minister also pointed out that the government’s financial tools for local governments are contingent on the country’s economic performance. During a visit to the town hall of Velvento, he noted the area’s untapped tourist potential.

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The Prime Minister also visited the agricultural cooperatives ASOP Dimitra and ASEPOP in Velvento, Kozani, where he discussed with the administrations and members their productive activities, focusing on exports and their investment plans aimed at reducing production costs.

The Prime Minister highlighted efforts to support cooperative and partnership schemes underlining the importance of unionism among farmers. Discussions with agricultural cooperatives focused on reducing production costs to enhance competitiveness. Initiatives included interventions to secure favorable electricity prices. Climate change impacts and crop protection measures were also discussed, alongside compensation for natural disasters. The Prime Minister addressed the need for adaptation to new regulations and stressing shared responsibility. Cooperative members highlighted their investments and export focus, particularly in reference to Central Europe. The Prime Minister underscored the significance of stable collaborations and quality standards, underlining the government’s support for agricultural entrepreneurship and outward orientation in the agri-food sector.

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