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Yannis Maniatis

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Yannis Maniatis

Greek politician
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The Greece-Cyprus cable is a project of strategic importance for all of Europe and cannot remain "on hold." The EU has already committed more than 650 million euros for its implementation, while a Commissioner from the Commission has made it clear to me that he is willing to allocate. (translated)

Greece is the 5th most expensive country in the EU for gasoline. At the same time, the government collects about 7 billion euros a year from VAT and Special Consumption Tax on fuels. When revenues are of such magnitude, interventions of 200-500 million euros are not enough. The government owes. (translated)

Three and a half years after the crime in Tempi, the main safety and communication systems of the railway, ETCS and GSM-R, still do not operate fully across the entire network, as highlighted during our visit to Larissa and Athens, within the framework of https://t.co/TnNgvHqPGv (translated)

In an era where Democracy is seeking its new social supports all over the planet, European Democrats and Socialists (S&D) are raising a protective wall for the International Criminal Court (ICC) as a key pillar for the implementation of International Law. (translated)

Europe cannot deny the utilization of its own energy resources. We need research on hydrocarbons and the exploitation of domestic natural gas deposits in order to strengthen our energy security and reduce dependence on third countries. (translated)

The lack of electricity storage is one of the main reasons for the high cost. Greece is far behind the goals it had set, while Bulgaria buys cheap Greek electricity at noon, stores it, and sells it back to us at a higher price. (translated)

The lack of electricity storage is one of the main reasons for the high cost. Greece is very far behind the goals it had set, while Bulgaria buys cheap Greek electricity at noon, stores it, and sells it back to us at a higher price. (translated)

With a deep sense of emotion and respect, we bid farewell to Margarita Papandreou, a symbolic woman who marked our contemporary political and social history with her presence. She was the wife of the founder of our movement, Andreas Papandreou, and a (translated)

As Vice President for the Defense of the Socialists and Democrats, together with our team, we supported in the vote of the European Parliament the measures for a strong European defense against hybrid threats. For Greece, this means greater protection. (translated)

What didn't Ursula von der Leyen tell us in her speech on the state of the Union? 1) Will the windfall profits of energy companies be taxed to support the most vulnerable households? 2) Will 100 billion euros be allocated to member states to address the issue? (translated)

In the Plenary of the European Parliament, towards the High Representative of the EU, Kaja Kallas: 1. Europe needs a comprehensive strategy for the Middle East in order to have a significant role in developments. 2. Whoever is not at the table is usually on the menu. (translated)

Seven years of ND government and our country remains last in electricity storage, while significant delays are recorded in the upgrade of the networks. In a situation where energy prices are putting pressure on households and businesses, our homeland needs. (translated)

It is not enough to simply increase defense budgets to ensure our freedom and security. We need more European cooperation, joint procurement, and strong European preference to strengthen our own production and reduce. (translated)

The Middle East at a crossroads, Europe in slumber. In my article in "Vima," I write about why we urgently need a comprehensive European strategy for peace, security, and stability in the region. (translated)

The Commission confirms that the lack of energy storage increases the cost of electricity prices. In response to my question, Commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis also reveals delays in storage projects funded by the Recovery Fund, among others. (translated)

Europe cannot remain a spectator of a fragile geopolitical imbalance in the Middle East. In a critically important international conference for peace, stability, and the future of the region, which I had the honor to organize and coordinate, as vice president of (translated)

Today's proposal from the Commission for Affordable Housing, presented by Commissioner Dan Jorgensen, is an important step for young people and families. It sets clear terms for targeted interventions in short-term rentals and long-term vacant homes. (translated)

For the Program for the European defense industry and Article 42.7 (mutual defense clause) of the EU. For the first time in the history of the Union, we are specifying solidarity among member states. This solidarity takes on operational characteristics. In case (translated)

Just as air is a public good, just as water is a public good, and there is no life without air and water, so there are no developed societies without electricity. And the future of electricity is green energy. Here we have distorted everything, with responsibility. (translated)

Greece is not simply a spectator of the changes in Europe. It must claim an active role in Energy, Development, Agriculture, the Green Transition, and Geopolitics. A strong Greece with a plan and self-confidence. (translated)