“The prime minister’s attempt to hide behind national security concerns to justify surveillance is unfortunate and unacceptable. The very actions of this administration pose a danger to our national security and our democratic institutions. Democracy is at stake,” said former prime minister, Achaia MP for PASOK – Movement for Change and President of the Socialist International, George Papandreou.

“What is slowly being revealed about surveillance is highlighting opaque and authoritarian perceptions and practices. Unfortunately, they also own all government policy under the prime minister’s personal responsibility. Silence about this. Why enemies if we are protected by such defenders!” – notes G. Papandreou, concluding his speech.