Costas Simitis’ legacy and his role in shaping modern Greece

The death of former Greek Prime Minister Costas Simitis at the age of 88 has put a spotlight on his tenure (1996-2004), with many highlighting his role in shaping today's Greece. Key highlights include bringing Greece into the Eurozone, playing a key role in Cyprus's quest for EU membership, establishing a framework for dialogue with Turkey, and securing the 2004 Athens Olympics.

John Psaropoulos, an independent journalist and Al Jazeera's correspondent in southeast Europe, joins Thanos Davelis to look back at Simitis' legacy and impact on Greece.