What Will Be Remembered from Katerina Sakellaropoulou’s Presidency?

It was such a day, March 13, 2020, when Katerina Sakellaropoulou was sworn in as President of the Republic and became the first woman to serve in the highest political office. Today, on the same day, five years later, she hands over the ‘scepter’ to Kostas Tasoulas, who is sworn in as the ninth President of the Hellenic Republic since the restoration of democracy. In her farewell dinner for the press corps covering the presidency, she recalled her initial concerns about entering deep, unknown waters as a non-political figure. Despite tensions with Turkey early in her term, she visited Kastelorizo during its liberation anniversary, showcasing her resilience. Over her term, she opened the Presidential Mansion to citizens, restored neglected parts of the building, promoted gender equality, and maintained measured criticism towards the government. As she leaves office, she expresses no regrets about her choices and looks forward to enjoying private life while maintaining a discreet public presence.