Greece’s political scene just got a fresh face! Parliament Speaker Constantine Tassoulas was elected as the country’s new president Wednesday, marking a new chapter for the Mediterranean nation. 🌊
The 66-year-old leader from the ruling New Democracy party is no stranger to power: he’s held the parliament speaker role three times since 2019 and previously served as culture minister. Think of him as Greece’s political 'Netflix series' MVP 🏆 – always getting renewed for another season!
Outgoing President Katerina Sakellaropoulou, Greece’s first female head of state, will step down in March after a trailblazing term. Tassoulas’ election comes as the country balances post-pandemic recovery and regional diplomacy.
Why it matters: While Greece’s presidency is largely ceremonial, Tassoulas brings decades of experience to stabilize the role during a time of global economic uncertainty.
