Greek gov't racing for Elliniko project

Seeking to counter accusations that the planned real estate investment at the former site of the capital's airport in Elliniko is being undermined by ideologues within ruling SYRIZA, the leftist party's political council issued a statement Thursday expressing its "full support" for the project.

On Wednesday, the country's Central Archaeological Council (KAS) postponed the discussion about whether part of a plot at Elliniko should be declared of archaeological interest for a third time, until next Tuesday, prompting fresh concern that the investment could be left high and dry.

The latest postponement triggered a hail of opposition criticism over the government's commitment to big investment projects, and fueled charges that the leftist-led coalition is bowing to the anti-privatization mantra of ideological purists within the party, despite repeated claims by Prime...