In Harilau-Trikoupi, they are maintaining a wait-and-see attitude, awaiting the decisions that the government will take in the near future and the next steps that will determine a number of issues, as well as the timing of the elections. On his staff Nikos Androulakis they emphasize that the 40-day mourning should be observed by everyone, especially the families of the victims.

Associates of Mr. Androulakis speak of the unprecedented situation they are receiving from society and emphasize that the political world as a whole is called upon to show basic empathy and listen to the broadcast messages. They repeat in all tones that in the prevailing climate in society, the political system must show elementary restraint and avoid the domination of an atmosphere of toxicity, which will cause even more damage in terms of the discussion about effectively dealing with the real problems of the country, which have crawled to the surface in the most tragic way. In fact, executives close to Mr. Androulakis emphasize that his constant references to a different management model are highly relevant now.

PASOK emphasizes that the political system must exercise restraint and avoid a climate of toxicity that prevails.

Mr. Androulakis asked a question European Commission request for information on the delay of projects to improve the safety of railway transport in Greece. A meeting was held between the President of PASOK and the railway experts as they wish to immediately present their framework of proposals to Harilaou Trikoupi. As they note, objectively, due to the scale of the tragedy, this issue broke out for public discussion and will be central in the pre-election period. “We will seek productive and constructive participation in the debate, and we expect other parties to also avoid the temptation of extreme, venomous confrontation, which has proven completely counterproductive in terms of actually addressing the issues that citizens face. face,” it says.

Mr. Simitis

Meanwhile, former Prime Minister Kostas Simitis came out in support of the PASOK president and the party’s program, who was interviewed by the Economic Review magazine. Regarding the PASOK program, he states that “it can foster creative momentum” and adds that “Nikos Androulakis’ position is stable and balanced during this turbulent period.” Mr. Simitis believes that on the economic front, “the overall picture is positive,” but he points to the “worrisome delay in moving forward with necessary reforms.” On national issues, the former prime minister says that Kyriakos Mitsotakis is generally on the right footing on the Greek-Turkish front, adding that the opposition parties are also taking a responsible stand.