Greek Deputy Minister to the Prime Minister, Thanasis Kontogeorgis, stated that controlling the market and preventing profiteering are government priorities, especially in light of developments in the Middle East.

European Affairs Deputy Minister Marilena Raouna on Tuesday said that “we must cut red tape” in her address to the European Parliament as it debated plans to reform the single market to ensure that it become more competitive. “The administrative burden on our businesses remains too high. We must cut red tape,” she said, before […]

The Member of Parliament for the Bole-Bamboi Constituency, Yussif Sulemana, has cut the sod for six major infrastructure projects at Bole Senior High School in the Savannah Region. The sod-cutting ceremony marks a significant milestone in the development of the school, addressing long-standing infrastructure gaps.

PASOK-Movement for Change announced the addition of new members to its Committee for Alignment and Enlargement, including composer Christos Nikolopoulos and former EKPA rector and deputy minister of education Theodosis Pelegrinis.

Ghana's Deputy Minister of Agriculture, John Dumelo, announced that the government has distributed thousands of water pump machines, seized from illegal mining ('galamsey') operators, to farmers across the country to boost irrigation farming.

Deputy Minister of Agriculture John Dumelo has urged for decisive measures to stop the smuggling of food products from neighboring Togo into Ghana. He emphasized that curbing this activity is crucial for protecting Ghana's local agricultural industry.

The Malaysian government has approved 46 projects aimed at mitigating coastal and estuarine erosion under the 13th Malaysia Plan, as announced by a deputy minister.

Bulgarian caretaker Minister of Energy, Traycho Traykov, announced there is a chance to renegotiate the gas supply agreement with the Turkish company Botas, following discussions with a Turkish deputy minister.

Ghana's Deputy Minister for Defence, Ernest Brogya Genfi, has dismissed suggestions of a leadership gap within the Ministry of Defence, responding to calls from the Minority in Parliament for a substantive minister.

Duška Jurišić, Deputy Minister for Human Rights and Refugees of Bosnia and Herzegovina, condemned the attack on Federal Television correspondents in Brčko District, calling it an attack on media freedom and democracy.

(ANSA) - ROMA, 06 MAR - The Italian Ambassador to Bulgaria, Marcello Apicella, met with the interim Minister of Sport and Youth of the Republic of Bulgaria, Dimitar Iliev, who took office on February 19 as part of the interim government led by Andrey Gurov. The meeting was also attended by the Deputy Minister of Sport and Youth, Prof. Daniela Dasheva, the Director of the Directorate for European Programs, Projects and International Cooperation, Teodorina Todorova-Petkanin, the Chief Expert of...

The war initiated by Putin has fueled corruption and embezzlement within the Russian Ministry of Defense, leading to the arrest of a former first deputy minister and close associate of former minister Sergei Shoigu.

Giorgio Silli, Secretary General of the Italian-Latin American Institute, and Italian Ambassador Giovanni Davoli met with Ecuador's Deputy Minister of Public Security, Jorge Rivadeneira, in Rome to discuss security matters.

Greek Deputy Minister of Tourism Anna Karamanli stated that Greek tourism is monitoring current geopolitical developments with caution and composure, noting that demand for Greece as a tourist destination has not yet been affected.

Deputy Minister of Interior, Vassilis Spanakis, emphasized that postal voting for Greeks abroad would advance the country, stressing the importance of not closing the door to expatriates.

A new Deputy Minister of Innovation and Growth has been appointed in Bulgaria; since 2022, he has led a NATO testing center.

Deputy Minister of Finance, Thomas Nyarko Ampem, has revealed that the government will soon initiate the issuance of long-dated domestic bonds.

The Deputy Minister of Economy and Finance, Kotsiras, passed the buck to the AADE regarding the 'unblocked' tax numbers of the Hiletzakis circuit, after a photo of Pierrakakis and Skertsos at a cafe caused a stir.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 2 — The government has no plans to halt the broadcast of religious-themed reality TV shows, de...

Arkadiusz Myrcha, Poland's Deputy Minister of Justice, discusses proposed amendments to the Criminal Procedure Code, emphasizing the protection of citizens against abuse of power by state officials.

Greek Deputy Minister of Transport Konstantinos Kyranakis spoke about the loss of his mother during an interview, expressing how much he misses her.

The Hellenic Open University has been granted €520,000 in ESPA funding, approved by Deputy Minister of National Economy and Finance Nikos Papathanasis, to modernize its quality assurance and service development.

Ghana's Deputy Minister for Health, Grace Ayensu-Danquah, affirmed the government's commitment to ensuring natural health products under MahamaCare meet strict safety and scientific standards, aiming to incorporate traditional medicine into the national healthcare system.

Cyprus had its best tourism year on record in 2025, with arrivals topping 4.5 million for the first time and revenue climbing sharply, Deputy Minister of Tourism Kostas Koumis said on Thursday. Arrivals reached 4.5 million, up 12.2% on 2024 and 41.6% higher than three years ago, Koumis told a press conference. Tourism revenue for […]

Despite a High Representative decision to allocate 112 million KM from the Central Bank to the Central Election Commission (CIK) for new election technologies, the issue remains unresolved. The Deputy Minister of Finance and Treasury, Muhamed Hasanović, signed an instruction to transfer funds after a previous refusal, and called on the BiH Prosecutor's Office to investigate.

A deputy minister has urged the public to use the term 'deviant culture' instead of LGBT to avoid the normalisation of such practices.

Deputy Minister of Transport Konstantinos Kyranakis states that Greece now has the safest trains ever, discussing various portfolio, political, and social issues in an interview.

Ghana's Deputy Minister for Education, Dr. Clement Apaak, has issued a stern warning that students engaging in indiscipline will not be tolerated or pampered in schools.

Canada’s Assistant Deputy Minister for Africa concludes visit to Mozambique and announces CAD $5 million in humanitarian support  CLUB OF MOZAMBIQUE

The Malaysian government plans to finalize age verification mechanisms for social media users and introduce penalties of up to RM10 million for platforms by the second quarter of the year.

The Deputy Minister of Health, Prof. Dr. Grace Ayensu-Danquah, has assured Ghanaians that the government is fully committed to tackling the persistent “no bed syndrome” in public hospitals by upgradin

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 24 — The Ministry of Finance (MoF) will dissolve dormant Minister of Finance (Incorporated) (MKD...

Former Deputy Minister for Education, John Ntim Fordjour, has called for a parliamentary inquiry into recent violence at a campus sports event in Ghana, demanding strict sanctions for those responsible.

Ivana Murdzheva, Nikolay Vasilev, and Atanas Atanasov have been appointed as caretaker deputy ministers of agriculture and food, and were introduced by caretaker minister Ivan Hristanov at a meeting with department directors.

Ghana's Deputy Minister of Education, Clement Apaak, has issued a warning that students involved in recent violent clashes in senior high schools will face severe sanctions.

Ghana's Deputy Minister for Education has condemned disturbing acts of student violence captured in viral videos from Swedru, ordering an immediate investigation into the incidents.

Deputy Minister of National Economy and Finance, Giorgos Kotsiras, announced additional tax reliefs from the reduction of living expense presumptions for residences and cars, which will be evident with the start of tax declaration submissions on March 16.

Faced with the new tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump worldwide, France seeks a "unified" response from the European Union, said the Deputy Minister...

"The time has come to open the discussion to abolish anonymity on the internet," said Deputy Minister to the Prime Minister and Government Spokesperson Pavlos Maridakis, participating in the panel with...

Ghana's latest Auditor-General’s report has revealed that government agencies overstated claims totaling GH¢161.98 million, as confirmed by the Deputy Minister for Finance.

Poland's Deputy Minister of Digitalization, Michał Gramatyka, has provided a potential timeline for the technical implementation of restrictions on children's access to social media platforms.

Cyprus's Deputy Minister of Social Welfare, Clea Hadjistefanou-Papaellina, called for decisive action from the European Union to combat child poverty, noting that a quarter of the EU's child population is at risk.

Bosnia and Herzegovina's Deputy Minister of Defense, Aleksandar Goganović, stated that Croatia has decided not to call its citizens living in BiH for military service, emphasizing that BiH citizens are not permitted to serve in foreign armed forces.

Deputy Minister for Food and Agriculture John Dumelo says the government will soon begin commissioning several farm service centres across the country as part of efforts to boost agricultural productivity and improve farmers’ access to essential services.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 9 — Malaysia has ratified seven of the 10 core conventions, and one protocol, of the Internati...

Professor Grace Ayensu-Danquah, the Deputy Minister of Health, has pledged government’s support to advance women’s rights and address the remaining challenges to ensure that every woman and child can…

Cyprus “was, is, and will always be a safe destination” for tourism, Tourism Deputy Minister Costas Koumis said on Sunday. He was speaking on the sidelines of the day’s Cyprus Marathon, which was held in Paphos, and said that the marathon in and of itself “is a very important message, that tourism activity in our […]

MELAKA, March 8 — The government is prepared to activate an evacuation plan for Malaysian students pursuing their...

Putrajaya is tightening its governance framework and inter-agency coordination for non-Islamic houses of worship, according to deputy ministers.

John Dumelo, Deputy Minister for Food and Agriculture, has appealed to cocoa farmers in Ghana not to cut down their trees following recent producer price declines, assuring government intervention.

Russian authorities have arrested Ruslan Tsalikov, former First Deputy Minister of Defense, accusing him of forming a criminal group that embezzled state funds, laundered criminal proceeds, and engaged in other illicit activities between 2017 and 2024.

Former Deputy Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mark Okraku-Mantey, has urged young Ghanaian musicians to champion Highlife music and resist over-reliance on foreign sounds in their…

Malaysia's Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI) is prioritizing high-value technology and integrated circuit design through MIMOS Bhd to enhance the nation's economic complexity.

The Deputy Minister for the Interior, Ebenezer Okletey Terlabi, has launched a four-day programme designed to engage young people in selected conflict-prone communities on strategies for preventing violence.

Ukraine is reportedly planning to introduce licensing for imports of grapes, wine, and spirits from Moldova in response to Chisinau's ban on Ukrainian poultry imports, according to Ukraine's Deputy Minister of Economy.

Toma Belev, co-chairman of the Green Movement and former Deputy Minister of Environment, responded to MP Stanislav Balabanov's accusations that he and environmentalists around him had misappropriated 56 million BGN from EU funds, calling Balabanov illiterate.

The Deputy Minister of Education and former Rector of AUTh, N. Papaioannou, is scheduled to respond to questions regarding the degrading treatment of students by the Greek Police in Thessaloniki.

Sri Lanka's Deputy Minister warns that the QR code system for fuel distribution may be reinstated if fuel hoarding persists in the country.

Mikołaj Dorożała, Deputy Minister of Climate and Environment and Chief Nature Conservator, has announced his departure from the Poland 2050 party, thanking Szymon Hołownia and stating his continued commitment to protecting Polish nature.

A new interim Deputy Minister of Transport has been appointed in Bulgaria, with his official biography highlighting extensive experience in managing and executing projects, including metro construction.

The Deputy Minister of Health, Marios Themistocleous, spoke on Realfm 97.8 radio about the health condition of the infant in Zakynthos. Specifically, Mr.

Velizar Shalamanov has been appointed Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, bringing extensive professional experience in the defense sector to the role.

Cyprus’ tourism sector posted a record year in 2025, with its share of GDP rising to 14 per cent from 13.1 per cent, emphasising its role as a core contributor to economic growth, Deputy Minister…

Caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov reappointed Dora Yankova, a former mayor of Smolyan and a BSP cadre, as Deputy Minister of Regional Development and Public Works, a position she also held under the Zhelyazkov cabinet.

Sabotage of railway control cables on the Athens-Thessaloniki axis has been reported, occurring two days before the three-year anniversary of the Tempi train tragedy. The Deputy Minister of Transport, Konstantinos Kyranakis, suggested that some individuals desired a new Tempi tragedy.

Israeli Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Sharren Haskel stated that a strategic partnership between Israel, India, and the US is crucial for fostering prosperity and peace in the Middle East.

The Deputy Minister to the President, Irene Piki, is traveling to London to attend an international investment forum aimed at attracting UK investors to boost Cyprus's innovation corridor.

Three new deputy ministers of health have been appointed in Bulgaria, taking over key portfolios within the ministry.

A deputy minister stated that roads on government land cannot be sold or transferred to the private sector. Separately, the MACC chief urged agencies to collaborate for stronger e-waste enforcement.

A Deputy Minister has urged recipients of the LPDP (Indonesia Endowment Fund for Education) scholarship to show respect for taxpayers.

An official from the Bulgarian Ministry of Innovation has been appointed as a deputy minister.

Andrey Gyurov has reinstated two former deputy ministers of youth and sports who had previously served in the Nikolai Denkov cabinet and were dismissed early in the current administration.

A deputy minister stated that state scholarships should be considered a debt of gratitude.

Viktor Stoyanov has been appointed as Bulgaria's Deputy Minister of Culture for the third time.

A Malaysian deputy minister has clarified that individuals filing urgent police reports related to crime or trauma are not subject to any dress code requirements at police stations.

Greece participated in the Peace Council through the competent Deputy Minister, Harry Theoharis, with observer status and not as a full member. Corresponding representation was also present, moreover, from the European Commission...

Greek Deputy Minister and government spokesperson Pavlos Marinakis stated that the time has come to open a discussion about abolishing online anonymity, participating in a panel on institutions, transparency, and combating misinformation.

Ghana's Deputy Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Sampson Ahi, has emphasized the need for faster movement of goods to boost trade, specifically highlighting ongoing dredging works at Tema Port to reduce delays for cement manufacturers.

Indonesia's Deputy Minister has assured the public that the country remains safe despite the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Ghana's Deputy Minister of Agriculture, John Dumelo, has called on citizens to demonstrate patriotism by prioritizing the consumption of locally produced foods.

The Deputy Minister for Lands and Natural Resources and Member of Parliament for Bole/Bamboi, Yussif Suleimana, has donated a cheque of GHS 200,000 to the Bole Teacher Training College committee tasked with establishing a new teacher training college in the district. The donation comes amidst calls for unity and development among residents. The contribution was […]

The Deputy Minister of Agriculture, John Dumelo, has said that the volume of poultry products imported into the country is expected to fall sharply once the government’s Nkoko Nkitikiti initiative begins to yield results.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 9 — The KL20 Summit is set to be organised in June 2026, said Deputy Economy Minister Datuk Mo...

The Sarawak government's Unit for Other Religions (Unifor) has disbursed RM70.9 million to Borneo Evangelical Mission churches since 2017, with a total allocation of RM565 million to Unifor since its inception.

Deputy Minister to the Prime Minister, Thanasis Kontogeorgis, discussed various aspects and international impacts of the ongoing war in Iran, stating that tourism and investments in Greece have not been affected.

Deputy Minister of Tourism Anna Karamanli highlighted the importance of outdoor activities for the sustainable development of Greek tourism at an event celebrating 40 years of Trekking Hellas' activity…

Greece has sent frigates and F-16 fighter jets to Cyprus, setting an example for other countries to create a protective dome, according to Deputy Minister Konstantinos Kyranakis.

BINTULU, March 6 — Construction of the Department of Broadcasting Malaysia (RTM) complex in Bintulu, previously ca...

Greek Deputy Minister of Transport Konstantinos Kyranakis met with his Cypriot counterpart, Alexis Vafeiadis, in Cyprus, where Vafeiadis asked him to convey thanks to Greek society for its support.

A total of 32 Greek-flagged vessels are currently operating in the wider Middle East region — the Persian Gulf, Arabian Sea, and Gulf of Oman, according to Deputy Minister of… Gikas: 160 ships of…

The Czech Ministry of Agriculture faces a demand from the European Commission to return 400 million crowns in subsidies due to an alleged conflict of interest involving a deputy minister who approved grants for a state-owned company where his brother works.

The Parliament of North Macedonia is set to elect Admir Shabani as Deputy Minister of Defense and Driton Sulejmani as Deputy Minister of Education, marking the second personnel change this year.

The General Secretariat of Communication and Information, along with Deputy Minister Pavlos Marinakis, is organizing the Athens Alitheia Forum to confront the crisis of misinformation and the spread of fake news.

A Greek government delegation, led by Deputy Minister to the Prime Minister Thanasis Kontogeorgis, is visiting Kozani, Florina, and Grevena in Western Macedonia to formulate and monitor local development plans.

Sri Lanka is seeking to elevate ties with South Korea through capacity-building, investment and labor mobility, Sri Lankan Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Employment Arun Hemachandra said in an interview with The Korea Herald on Wednesday. Last week, Hemachandra was in Seoul and Busan, where he met Korea’s Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Chung Eui-hae to discuss bilateral economic and labor cooperation ahead of the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations in 2027. Separately, h

The board of directors of the Cyprus Shipping Chamber met with Shipping Deputy Minister Marina Hadjimanolis to discuss the strategic direction of the country's maritime sector.

The Hellenic Open University has been granted 520,000 euros from the ESPA program, following a decision by Deputy Minister Nikos Papathanasis, to fund a new initiative aimed at modernizing quality and developing university services.

The US Consul General in Thessaloniki, Jerry Ismail, met with the Deputy Minister of Interior for Macedonia and Thrace, Konstantinos P. Gioulekas, to discuss various issues.

The Greek cabinet convened today, February 26, 2026, under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, to discuss various topics, as announced by the Deputy Minister to the Prime Minister and government spokesperson Pavlos Marinakis.

Muhamed Hasanovic, the Deputy Minister of Finance and Treasury of Bosnia and Herzegovina, has defended his decision to secure funds, accusing the Finance Minister of blocking election funding.

Greece's Deputy Minister of Transport has reported an alleged "criminal attempt" of sabotage on the telecontrol system of the Athens-Thessaloniki railway line, raising serious safety questions.

Deputy Minister of Transport Konstantinos Kyranakis reported an act of sabotage on the railway network near Platys station, claiming some individuals intended to cause a new tragedy just two days before the anniversary of the Tempi disaster.

Aurelijus Veryga, leader of the Lithuanian Farmers and Greens Union, criticized coalition partners for failing to resolve the issue of a deputy minister's dismissal, despite previous agreements.

Ghana's Deputy Minister for Education, Dr. Clement Abas Apaak, has defended the consumption of dog and cat meat, dismissing health and ethical criticisms raised by sustainability advocates.

A Malaysian deputy minister announced that 37 student deaths were recorded at public university campuses between 2021 and 2023, with no criminal cases reported in connection with these incidents.

Konstantinos Kyranakis, the Alternate Minister of Infrastructure and Transport, announced the launch of the new digital platform railway.gov.gr. This platform will allow citizens to monitor real-time railway operations, aiming to change the culture within the Hellenic Railways Organization (OSE).

A long-time expert at the Ministry of Culture, born in Sofia in 1977, has been appointed as Deputy Minister.

Caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov reappointed Dimitar Nedyalkov, a former 'We Continue the Change' MP, as Deputy Minister of Transport and Communications, after Nedyalkov was dismissed last week by the previous cabinet.

The Deputy Minister for Finance, Thomas Nyarko Ampem, has indicated that the government could potentially lower taxes and duties if ongoing efforts to curb revenue leakages prove successful.

Following media reports speculating about the end of the popular Polish government application mObywatel, Deputy Minister of Digitalization Dariusz Standerski has issued a clarification.

Two deputy ministers in Bulgaria's Ministry of Social Policy will retain their positions, as confirmed by an order from the Prime Minister.

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 23 — Police officers who refuse to assist members of the public filing a report for an emergency...

France is seeking a unified response from the European Union to the new tariffs imposed globally by U.S. President Donald Trump, according to Deputy Minister for Foreign Trade Nicolas Forissier.