“We all share the same goal”, President Sakellaropoulou insists in Tsipras meeting

·

President Katerina Sakellaropoulou highlighted the need for responsibility and a willingness to cooperate during her meeting with opposition SYRIZA leader Alexis Tsipras at the presidential mansion on Friday.

She noted that all sides shared the same goal, which was the progress and prosperity of the Greek people and the preservation of social cohesion in order to face the crisis.

This was Sakellaropoulou’s first meeting with the main opposition leader since she assumed office in March, focussing on the repercussions of the pandemic on the economy and society.

President of the Hellenic Republic Katerina Sakellaropoulou with SYRIZA leader Alexis Tsipras. (Photo by Eurokinissi/ Yorgos Kontarinis)

Sakellaropoulou praised the responsible stance adopted by Greek citizens, as well as by opposition parties, in the last three months. The Greek president pointed out that Greece has now faced new challenges on an economic and social level.

She also expressed her understanding for the different political views on the handling of this unprecedented crisis, adding that different views were the very essence of democracy.

Tsipras expressed his fears that a very complex environment will arise with respect to labour relations and individual freedoms, adding that the economy’s problems will be bigger than currently estimated due to a deep recession.

The SYRIZA leader called the government’s support of enterprises insufficient and delayed, while he expressed fears that in labour relations there was the risk that certain emergency conditions will become permanent.

Addressing the president, Tsipras said that he looks forward to substantive cooperation between them. While he is aware that the president’s role and powers do not permit intervention in the actions of the executive branch, merely the highlighting of critical concerns that aims to alleviate the problems and inequalities is very crucial. 

“We look forward to such a presence during your term in office,” he added.

Sourced By: AMNA

Advertisement

Share:

KEEP UP TO DATE WITH TGH

By subscribing you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

Advertisement

Latest News

Capturing legacies: The proika exhibition’s emotional tribute to Greek migrants

On Wednesday, November 20, the proika exhibition opened to a crowd of eager guests at the Thematikos x MBO Tailors creative space.

Golden Era Gala: A reunion with a cause to combat brain and rare cancers

White Pearl Foundation and Cquence Foundation have announced the Golden Era Gala to be held at the Hyatt Regency Sydney on November 30.

Melbourne scientist Steven Petratos offers hope to thousands with multiple sclerosis

The image of Steven Petratos’ grandfather, confined to a chair with trembling hands, left an indelible mark on his childhood.

Former Victorian Premier Jeff Kennett to launch book on Nick Thyssen’s legacy

Former Victorian Premier Jeff Kennett, supporter of Greece and its diaspora, will launch the biography of Nick Thyssen (Nikos Theodosiadis).

Ithacans in Melbourne enjoy sell-out film screening to support archaeological preservation

On Sunday, at Palace Como in Melbourne, a sell-out crowd of 135 Ithacans and friends gathered to see the historical epic, The Return.

You May Also Like

Greek is the word: The SA restaurants and chefs that excelled in the 2022 industry awards

Two Greek restaurants and one Greek Australian chef have been named winners of the 2022 Restaurant & Catering Awards for Excellence in SA.

Q&A with Angela Tomazos: NT advocate for female empowerment and equality

Q&A with Angela Tomazos: In this interview we speak about Angela's advocacy for female empowerment and equality.

Nick Kyrgios to return to the ATP Tour

Nick Kyrgios showed off his basketball skills at a Hennessy’s partnership event in Bondi while announcing he'll return to the tennis court next month in Mallorca.