Syriza Hails Resignation of Aristos Doxiadis Amid Scandal

The resignation of Deputy Minister of Research and Innovation Aristos Doxiadis within hours of being sworn into office has brought particular satisfaction to Syriza. The party’s members had highlighted the involvement of the government official with the company ‘Apollo,’ which was condemned by the Competition Committee for cartel practices in the foreign book market. Syriza President Socrates Famellos stated, “This resignation confirms that Mitsotakis’ reshuffle does not save him from corruption and ultimate downfall. It is not just Doxiadis but Mitsotakis himself who attacks society with his choices.” Syriza had demanded Doxiadis’ resignation from the start, emphasizing the protection of public interest. The party vowed to continue exposing wrongdoings while working towards progressive governance solutions. Since Saturday morning during the swearing-in ceremony, Syriza spokesperson Giorgos Karamerou questioned whether Doxiadis, known for intimidating citizens on social media over Tempi protests, was also a legitimate representative of a company penalized for anti-competitive practices. Reports indicate Doxiadis served as legal representative for ‘Apollo,’ fined heavily for abusing dominant market positions. New Left also strongly reacted, labeling Doxiadis’ resignation another blot on his record, now remembered not only as an internet troll or failed vice president of the Research Council but also as the ‘Saturday-Sunday minister.’