The Minister of National Economy and Finance Kyriakos Pierrakakishe gave an interview today to Star Central Greece and journalist Thoma Paliou, where he referred extensively to the strategic importance that the government attaches to the Greek region.

“The region is at the core of government strategy“, Ministerstressing that its strengthening is a critical factor in addressing the demographic issue.

Mr Pierrakakis noted that the government is proceeding with specific incentives in this direction, with a typical example being the abolition of ENFIA over two years in 12,700 settlements up to 1,500 inhabitants.

At the same time, he highlighted the overall package of measures announced by Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis at the Thessaloniki International Exhibitionpointing out that these measures are one step in the right direction. As he said, demographic is an existential issue of national gravity, which cannot be dealt with only by a tax reform.

The minister also stressed that the government already has abolish 80 taxesmoving on a steady course of weight relief for citizens without risking fiscal stability.

Referring to the new tax reform, Mr. Pierrakakis explained that “It concerns all, civil servants, private employees, freelancers and farmers” Employees will see increases in their salaries from January 1, 2026, while freelancers will benefit from 2027 with tax clearances.

“There is no better measure to support families, young people, older ones than to support them directly“The minister said, adding that all citizens would see tangible results” in their accounts and their tax returns “.