“A real patriot, a dedicated member of the New Democracy and a good friend of mine” described the prime minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis Thodoros Behrakis who passed away at the age of 81. Mr. Mitsotakis praised his courage and acumen in a statement Theodoros Behrakis as well as his “unwavering belief in democratic values”.

Specifically, Kyriakos Mitsotakis said about the loss of Theodoros Behrakis: “It is with sadness that I say goodbye to Theodoros Behrakis. A true patriot, a dedicated member of New Democracy and a good friend of mine. His entire public career was marked by courage and shrewdness. Mainly, however, from unwavering faith in democratic values. His gentle nature, political wisdom and deep voice will be missed by us all.

From his struggles against the junta, for which he was imprisoned, to his term in the Municipality of Athens, he always served the many. While his contribution to our group from the position of Deputy General Manager was also invaluable. With his strategic thinking and deep knowledge of political reality, he put his own stone in our party building. My condolences to his family and loved ones.”