Mitsotakis Reshuffles Cabinet as EU Farm Subsidy Scandal Hits Greek Government

By Bosphorus News Geopolitcs Desk

Greece’s government has moved to reshuffle its cabinet following a widening farm subsidy scandal linked to OPEKEPE, as parliament prepares to examine alleged irregularities in the distribution of European Union agricultural funds.

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis initiated the cabinet changes after a series of resignations tied to the case, which has placed mounting pressure on the ruling party.

The controversy centres on Greece’s payment authority for EU agricultural subsidies, known as OPEKEPE, where allegations have emerged over the management and allocation of funds. The issue has taken on added political weight due to its connection to EU financing mechanisms.

Greek media reports indicate that multiple officials stepped down as the scandal intensified, prompting the government to reorganise key portfolios in an effort to contain the fallout.

At the same time, the case has moved into a new phase in parliament. Lawmakers are preparing a fresh round of inquiries into the handling of agricultural subsidies, with the files already submitted for review. The process is expected to examine both administrative decisions and potential political responsibility.

Government officials have framed the reshuffle as part of a broader effort to maintain stability and ensure institutional accountability. However, opposition figures have argued that the moves reflect the growing impact of the scandal on the government’s credibility.

The OPEKEPE case comes at a sensitive moment for Greece, where the management of EU funds remains closely tied to both economic policy and political legitimacy. Any findings emerging from parliamentary scrutiny could have implications beyond domestic politics, particularly in relation to oversight of EU-supported programmes.

While investigations are still ongoing, the combination of resignations, cabinet changes and parliamentary scrutiny signals that the issue has moved from an administrative dispute into a full political test for the Mitsotakis government.