The agenda is extensive, giving ministers a preview of priorities through 2026, with the main focus on legislating the measures announced at the Thessaloniki International Fair (TIF), which will be tabled in Parliament in October. Finance Minister Kyriakos Pierrakakis and Deputy Minister Thanos Petralias—key “architects” of the €1.75 billion package—will make the presentation. Against the backdrop of high prices, Takis Theodorikakos will also present the new Consumer Protection Code, while in the coming weeks Parliament will ratify the creation of a new independent market supervision authority, modeled after the Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE).

According to government sources, Mr. Mitsotakis will provide a detailed reference to the tax reform announced at TIF, stressing that it affects 4 million citizens—employees, pensioners, professionals, and farmers, with particular focus on young people. He is expected to give concrete examples, noting that permanent increases in wages and pensions constitute a strong buffer against inflationary pressures.

The government also seeks to counteract the fading impact of the TIF announcements by continuously explaining and highlighting the measures, reminding citizens that the benefits will be felt directly. Mitsotakis will stress that the measures are permanent, extending beyond the current wave of price hikes, and that his administration remains focused on addressing citizens’ needs by implementing its program.

Migration with Rules

Special discussion is expected on the new migration bill, which sets out rules for legal migration, while the government still must decide whether to extend the suspension of asylum applications for arrivals from Libya (due to expire on October 11).

According to protothema.gr:

• The bill will simplify the process of renewing residence permits.
• It will create a framework for attracting migrants legally in sectors with labor shortages.
• It will introduce “smart visas” for highly skilled professionals.

Currently, Greek embassies and consulates face a backlog of more than 50,000 applications for work permits.

A third pillar of the bill will concern recognized asylum seekers in Greece, who will be integrated into temporary legal employment programs, while social benefits will be significantly curtailed.

Military Service Reform

Another highlight will be the new Defense Ministry bill, presented by Nikos Dendias—who has just returned from Italy with the memorandum for the purchase of 2+2 Bergamini frigates.

Key provisions include:

• Conscripts will serve only in the Army, not in the Navy or Air Force.
• High school seniors will undergo pre-enlistment (“periodevon”) training and will be able to enlist immediately after national exams, with the incentive of a reduced service of nine months, regardless of where they serve.
• Deferrals (mainly for studies or medical reasons) will be shortened, while criteria for exemptions (I5 category) will be tightened, and the age for buying out military service will change.
• Women will be allowed to enlist voluntarily. After completing the nine-month service, they may continue as professional soldiers (EPOP).

Pentagon sources add that the bill will also bring major changes to career paths, especially for non-commissioned officers, including adjustments to salaries. The role of the “active reserve” will also be enhanced, ensuring the Armed Forces maintain a larger pool of trained personnel.