Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis presented his government’s plans for the next four years, focusing on boosting wages and pensions, cutting taxes, and early repayment of bailout debts. On Thursday, Mitsotakis pledeges to “fix the sins of the past” and outlined his party’s mandate to implement swift reforms, following the June 25 election victory.

“At the beginning of my new term, I’m not promising miracles, just hard work,” the PM told lawmakers in the Greek Parliament.

During his first parliamentary address, Mitsotakis assured lawmakers that: “I firmly believe that the best days are ahead of us.”  In a follow up tweet pledged to take bold steps toward an optimistic future by 2030. He committed to fostering strong economic growth, regaining an investment grade credit rating, and repaying bilateral loans from the initial bailout agreement ahead of schedule.

Furthermore, the prime minister announced plans to provide pensioners with an annual one-time bonus, extend measures to alleviate rising living costs, increase the tax-exemption threshold for households with children, and tackle tax evasion in the country. Mitsotakis stressed the government’s determination to track down tax evaders and ensure they pay their dues.

“We must finally win the war against tax evasion,” the Mitsotakis declared. “We have made strides with electronic transactions, but there is still much to do.”

“And I warn those who have gotten comfortable behind a distorted reality that unfairly distributes the burdens on the backs of all those who cannot hide their income: The government has both the will and the legitimacy to track you down and make you pay your due taxes,” the PM added.

In regards to education, the prime minister unveiled a comprehensive initiative focusing on the technology sector, including a training and certification program for 100,000 individuals. He also discussed the potential of recognizing private universities within Greece, paving the way for the revision of the relevant article in the Constitution.

Mitsotakis highlighted the government’s commitment to continue the defense modernization program, including the acquisition of F-35 fighter jets within five years. Despite the recent thaw in tensions with Turkey, he stated that safeguarding the country remains a priority.

The Greek prime minister is scheduled to meet Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on the sidelines of a NATO summit next week in Lithuania. Mitsotakis emphasized the government’s dedication to defense spending regardless of the improved relations with Turkey.