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EPISODE · Apr 25, 2025 · 14 MIN

Mitsotakis announces 1 billion euros in benefits as Greece posts a budget surplus

from The Greek Current · host Hellenic Leaders

In a surprise move after the Easter break, Prime Minister Mitsotakis announced 1 billion euros in benefits. This followed the release of data showing Greece had secured a budget surplus of 1.3 percent. The announcement is also putting a spotlight on Greece’s politics, with many asking if Mitsotakis is charting a course for a third term with this move. Nick Malkoutzis, the co-founder and editor of Macropolis.gr, joins Thanos Davelis as we look into Greece’s standout fiscal performance, discuss this latest support package, and break down how it ties into Greece’s politics.You can read the articles we discuss on our podcast here:Greece announces 1 billion euros in financial benefits after posting 1.3% budget surplusPM charts course to third term with promises of more handoutsTrump avoids labeling Armenian mass killings as ‘genocide’UAE offers free-of-charge portable desalination plants to cover arid Cyprus’ summer water needs

Nick Malkoutzis, the co-founder and editor of Macropolis.gr, joins Thanos Davelis as we look into Greece’s budget surplus and its standout fiscal performance, discuss this 1 billion euro support package Prime Minister Mitsotakis announced, and break down how it ties into Greece’s politics.

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