Annita Demetriou outlines DISY priorities for the 2027 state budget

On October 21, 2026, the president of the Democratic Rally (DISY), Annita Demetriou, presented the party's 12 key priorities for the 2027 state budget. During a press conference, Demetriou criticized the government's fourth budget, arguing that it lacks a strategic vision for development and reform, focusing instead on managing current problems rather than providing a structured plan for the future. She noted that while the state maintains fiscal stability, households and businesses continue to struggle with inflation, high energy costs, housing prices, and interest rates.

Demetriou emphasized that the government has failed to correctly assess economic conditions or adapt its policies accordingly. She proposed a shift in the fiscal mix, suggesting that resources be reallocated toward targeted social support, digital economy investments, and tax relief for families, rather than relying on horizontal measures or inflating inelastic expenditures. The DISY leader clarified that her party does not oppose the core of the budget but rejects its current priorities. The proposed measures aim to increase disposable income and enhance economic growth without requiring new taxes or an overall increase in public spending.