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Prime Minister Mitsotakis' new cabinet

Late last week Prime Minister Mitsotakis announced his broadest cabinet reshuffle yet in the wake of national protests over the handling of the Tempe train crash two years ago. As Mitsotakis looks to rebuild trust with voters, his cabinet is also becoming younger. The Prime Minister promoted several ministers in their 40s, emphasizing the need for younger leaders who can energize governance while delivering policy results. Niko Efstathiou, an Athens based journalist and author, joins Thanos Davelis as we look at Greece’s new cabinet, breaking down the message it sends to Greek voters.

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Greek PM tweaks cabinet after train crash protests

Greek Premier Reshuffles Cabinet After Train Crash Protests

Youth takes lead in new government lineup

Moody’s upgrades Greece to investment grade on strong fiscal recovery and stability

Moody’s upgrade significant for the Greek economy, says gov’t spox

Cyprus about to join US Visa Waiver

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