With keynote speakers the Minister of Finance, Christos Staikouraand the Head of the Prime Minister’s Finance Office, Alexis Patelistook place on Political Academy of the New Democracy#ndacademy, with theme “The revival of the national economy and the next steps”, according to party sources. At the Academy, which was coordinated by the Secretary of Strategic Planning and Communication Vassilis Fevgaswere attended by presidents of DEEP and DIMTO of ND from all over Greece, but also members of the Political Committee.
The changes presented by the Greek economy and the challenges that arise during the health and inflation crisis were put on the table. The main topic of discussion, according to competent sources, was reductions in contributions and tax rates, but also the strengthening of households and businesses in the last two and a half years. Particular emphasis was placed on strengthening the country by Recovery Fund and in the position of Greece according to the international rating agencies.
During his introductory speech, the secretary of the Political Committee of New Democracy Pavlos Marinakis stated:
“First of all, I want to say a big thank you to our speakers, both the Minister of Finance Mr. Christos Staikouras, a man with whom we have had very interesting discussions on ONED about the actions of this Government, as well as the Head of the Finance Office of the Prime Minister Alexis Patelis, whom I deeply appreciate for his progress, knowledge and speech.
Today’s topic of discussion is one of the most important and we can approach it from many angles. The first is none other than the daily life of the citizens. His government Kyriakou Mitsotaki has proven that we are not all the same. How he puts the needs of the citizens first and not the hollow slogans that the previous government used in marches and squatting. New Democracy executives are people in society who know how the economy works and now, after years, see taxes being reduced effectively.
For the first time in years, in a coordinated manner, taxes are being reduced even faster than we had promised in the run-up to the elections. Society has sustained itself in the most difficult of times, with two of the greatest crises we have ever been faced with ever succeeding one another.
The second aspect with which we can approach today’s debate is a dilemma. Who, after all, is really progressive? As our President and Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis himself said in his speech to the Political Committee, in which I had the honor to be elected, a truly progressive person is not the one who raises taxes only to give extraordinary hunger benefits, but the one who systematically reduces taxes and contributions, increases citizens’ wages and creates new jobs. Progress is proven by deeds and not by words. The opposition must face up to its responsibilities and explain why it did not vote for these tax cuts and measures to support the people in the face of the pandemic and the inflation crisis.
Finally, we are here for what is to come. For the big investments and the financial tools which will bring even greater growth “.
The Minister of Finance Christos Staikouras He pointed out, among other things: “The” big picture “of the Greek economy is positive and its prospects are auspicious, despite the uncertainty and difficulties caused – internationally – by the health and energy crisis, price increases and geopolitical tensions. This is evidenced by a number of macroeconomic figures, indicators and recent positive developments, which reflect a strong dynamic.
Of course, as a government and as a financial staff, we are not celebrating or complaining. We are fully aware of the fact that, in the current context, the promising “big picture” is temporarily blurred due to significant challenges. We understand that the significant rise in inflation “gnaws” on disposable income and puts pressure on family budgets. However, the previous increase in income, through tax cuts and “support packages” of society, alleviates these inevitable pressures. We continue the demanding, upward path, with prudence, responsibility and foresight.
We continue to implement a prudent and responsible economic policy, to support society in the face of existing challenges – but with targeted measures, within the framework of budget forecasts – as well as the implementation of reforms, structural changes and privatizations. We look to today, but also to the future of the country, so that the positive “big picture” of the economy and its auspicious prospects are justified, as soon as possible, offering – to households and businesses – the benefits of high, sustainable and social fair development, starting this year “.
Finally, the head of the Prime Minister’s Finance Office Alexis Patelis stressed that “the basis of supporting the weak is development. That’s where we all meet. “We want and everyone should have a share,” he said, adding that “the biggest drop in unemployment in the EU is the government’s most important economic achievement.”
Mr. Πατέλης he referred to the banking system, with the dramatic reduction of red loans and its shielding, which paves the way for lending to the real economy. Reforms that accelerate growth. The political stability that is the basis for attracting investments with the new image of Greece abroad. In closing, he said: “The investment stage will come with the confirmation of the scenario of political stability and economic credibility.”
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