Sherlock Holmes Investigates the Controversial Appointment of Doxiadis as Deputy Minister

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis faced backlash over the appointment of Aristos Doxiadis as Deputy Minister for Development. The decision led to fierce criticism from the opposition, citing Doxiadis’s alleged involvement in the ‘cartel’ case involving foreign books through his company Apollo. Despite being acquitted in criminal court in 2013, Doxiadis cited ongoing civil liabilities and resigned within hours of accepting the position. The incident has sparked an internal investigation within Mitsotakis’s team to identify who recommended Doxiadis without proper vetting. Meanwhile, the new government is sprinting towards the Thessaloniki International Fair in September, aiming to regain lost time with key reforms and announcements. Several young ministers have been tasked with critical portfolios, including economic recovery and housing issues. The government also plans tax cuts and pension reforms by 2027, contingent on budgetary flexibility. Additionally, controversy surrounds the National Gallery’s decision to display vandalized artworks, raising questions about artistic freedom versus religious sensitivity.