Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis delivered a strong message on migration during his visit to Agathonisi, pledging that Greece will continue to protect its borders while intensifying efforts to dismantle the criminal trafficking networks that profit from desperate migrants.
Addressing local residents and officials, the Prime Minister stressed that the government's priority is to prevent human smugglers from exploiting vulnerable people while safeguarding Greece's external borders, which are also the external borders of the European Union.
"We Will Not Allow Smugglers to Exploit Human Misery"
Mitsotakis emphasized that Greece will remain firm in confronting illegal trafficking networks, declaring that authorities will continue taking decisive action against criminal organizations involved in migrant smuggling.
He underlined that protecting human life and combating organized crime are complementary objectives, adding that Greece's security forces and the Hellenic Coast Guard will continue operating with determination to prevent illegal crossings and disrupt trafficking operations.
Agathonisi at the Front Line of Europe's Borders
During his visit, the Prime Minister highlighted the strategic importance of Agathonisi and Greece's eastern Aegean islands, describing them as a vital part of Europe's external frontier.
He reaffirmed the government's commitment to supporting island communities through investments in infrastructure, healthcare, education and public services, while ensuring that residents continue to play a key role in safeguarding Greece's maritime borders.
Migration Requires a European Response
Mitsotakis reiterated that migration is not solely a national issue but a European challenge requiring greater solidarity among EU member states.
He called for stronger cooperation in protecting the Union's external borders, accelerating migrant return procedures and dismantling international smuggling networks that exploit people seeking a better future.
Commitment to Security and Stability
Concluding his remarks, the Prime Minister said Greece would continue implementing a balanced migration policy based on effective border protection, respect for international obligations and determined action against criminal trafficking organizations.
He stressed that protecting national sovereignty and ensuring the safety of local communities remain central priorities of the government's policy.
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