Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Venizelos made the following statement regarding the recent political developments in Tunisia:
“The adoption of a new Constitution and the formation of a government under the new Prime Minister, Mehdi Jomaa, are watersheds on Tunisia’s course towards democratic reform, progress and development.
Greece congratulates the people and political forces of Tunisia on their show of willingness to work together and on their real desire for progress in their country.
We are convinced that, through this willingness for national unity and cooperation, everyone will continue the effort to consolidate democratic reform in the country. We express our solidarity and our assurance that Greece and the EU will stand by Tunisia’s efforts towards democracy, peace and development.”
January 30, 2014