Giannis Panagopoulos, the president of the General Confederation of Greek Workers (GSEE), will hold a press conference today at 11:30 am to respond to allegations surrounding embezzlement of funds linked to training programs that are currently under judicial investigation. This press conference is significant as it seeks to clarify his position amidst growing concerns over the integrity of the organization he leads.

This press conference comes in the wake of a supportive letter from PASKE officials to the leadership of PASOK, defending Panagopoulos. The content of the letter highlights internal party tensions, accusing the leadership of adopting false claims and engaging in character assassination against Panagopoulos. It underscores a plea for unity within the party and draws attention to perceived external interests that threaten the fabric of the union and its political faction.

The authors of the letter express strong concerns about possible disunity within the ranks due to what they label as divisive actions against Panagopoulos, which they argue could undermine the union’s stability. They warn of drastic measures if such actions persist, indicating a critical moment for both the union and the political party it aligns with, amidst challenging times for labor organizations in Greece.