Kyriakos Mitsotakis

The start of operations for the Thessaloniki Metro, “the first phrase that comes to mind today, even before we say ‘good morning’,” is naturally the main topic of Kyriakos Mitsotakis’ Sunday Facebook post.

A significant meeting is on the agenda for the Greek economy, banks, the Stock Exchange, and major listed companies with the world’s 100 most powerful funds, managing assets worth approximately $30 trillion.

Kyriakos Mitsotakis put an end to speculation that he might not lead New Democracy into the 2027 elections, potentially paving the way for a leadership contest among the party’s “top brass.” Speaking to ANT1’s main evening news bulletin, in the wake of the Metro’s inauguration, Mitsotakis emphasized t

“I’m moved,” said Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis regarding the opening of the Thessaloniki Metro, during an interview on Ant1, in which he announced his candidacy for the premiership in 2027. He emphasized his belief in single-party governments and also touched upon Greek-Turkish relations.

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis marked the inauguration of the northern city of Thessaloniki's metro station Saturday, calling it a transformative project.

"I believe it will be embraced by the people of Thessaloniki," he said in an interview with Antenna TV, noting the challenges overcome to complete it. "We went through 40 waves," he added.

“I’m deeply moved,” stated Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis regarding the opening of the Thessaloniki Metro during his interview on ANT1.

In his speech at the launch ceremony, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis called the Thessaloniki Metro a symbol of progress for Macedonia and all of Greece.

Thessaloniki’s transportation system entered a new era as the Thessaloniki Metro was officially inaugurated.

Visitors to Greece should acquaint themselves with more destinations in the country, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said, as 2024 is set to close as another record year for tourism. 

Speaking on Friday at the third Greece Talks conference, titled "Identity, Future and the Traveler," Mitsotakis also underlined that Athens has become an all-year tourism destination. 

President Katerina Sakellaropoulou and Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis were attending on Saturday afternoon a ceremony for the official opening of the Thessaloniki Metro on Saturday afternoon.

The handover ceremony will take place at the Pylaia depot, home to the state-of-the-art control centre ensuring the Metro's safe operation.