In his established Sunday social media post, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis once again attempted to summarize the government's work, emphasizing three pillars that constitute the "bet" of his current term: digital transformation, the upgrade of the National Health System (ESY), and the acceleration of the administration of justice. As we move through the summer of 2026, the government finds itself at a critical juncture where past promises must be translated into tangible results for the daily lives of citizens.

The Digital Assistant and the New Era of gov.gr

The digitalization of the state remains the government's strongest card. The Prime Minister spoke extensively about the evolution of "mAiGreece," the AI-based digital assistant that now serves thousands of requests daily. The integration of LLMs (Large Language Models) into the Greek public administration is no longer an experiment but a reality that reduces queues and bureaucracy. According to the post, gov.gr now features over 1,800 digital services, with the goal of a fully digital state by 2027.

However, the challenge of "digital inclusion" remains. While younger generations adapt easily, a large portion of the population, especially the elderly, remains excluded. The Prime Minister emphasized that technology does not come to replace humans but to free them from unnecessary burdens, while also announcing new training programs for public officials and citizens.

ESY: Building Renovations and the Staffing Thorn

In the Health sector, Kyriakos Mitsotakis presented the progress of projects funded by the Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF). More than 80 hospitals and 156 health centers across the country are undergoing radical renovation. The image of modern infrastructure is undoubtedly positive, but the criticism directed at the government focuses on understaffing. New hires of doctors and nurses are progressing slowly, while the "brain drain" phenomenon continues to deprive the ESY of valuable human capital.

The Prime Minister particularly highlighted the "Digital Health Record," which now allows doctors to have immediate access to patient history, reducing medical errors and unnecessary tests. Nevertheless, the wait for elective surgeries remains high in certain regions, an issue the government promises to resolve through the new surgical list management system.

Justice and the Fight Against Corruption

Perhaps the most difficult field of reform is that of Justice. The new Judicial Map, which faced strong reactions from lawyers and judicial officials, aims to unify the first level of jurisdiction for faster decision-making. The Prime Minister underlined that the time for delivering justice in Greece must approach the European average, as delays are a hurdle not only for individual rights but also for economic growth.

On the corruption front, reference was made to OECD recommendations and the strengthening of the National Transparency Authority. The use of digital tools to monitor public spending and the interconnection of cash registers with the Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE) are weapons in the fight against tax evasion, which, according to the Prime Minister, is returned to society through social benefits and tax cuts.

Conclusion and Political Stakes

The Sunday post is not just an account of activities but a tool of communication strategy. In an era where citizen "fatigue" from continuous crises is evident, the government tries to project an image of effectiveness. The question that arises is whether these structural changes will bear fruit before the next elections. Greece in 2026 is a country digitalizing rapidly but simultaneously struggling with the shadows of its past.

  • AI is dynamically entering citizens' daily lives through gov.gr.
  • The Recovery Fund is the main financier of health infrastructure.
  • Justice reform remains the "bet" for attracting investments.
  • The fight against tax evasion is directly linked to social policy.