Giannis Pangopoulos, the president of the General Confederation of Greek Workers (GSEE), responded to the PASOK party's call for his resignation from the GSEE leadership amid speculation about his ambitions to pursue the position again. He emphasized that he does not dispute with his political party but leads a trade union that operates independently from any political affiliations despite being part of PASOK. He maintains support for the decisions made by the Political Secretariat of PASOK but declares that his authority derives from the workers who elected him rather than from party representatives.

In his statement, Pangopoulos highlighted that thousands of workers have entrusted him with their voice and aspirations, making them the only appropriate authority to decide on his future in the union. He insists that the Political Secretariat's decisions resonate with his own vision and actions, reinforcing the notion of his representation being separate from any direct party control. Pangopoulos is committed to leading the PASEK faction toward success in the next conference, prioritizing unity and the defense of workers' rights.

This situation reflects ongoing tensions in Greek trade unionism, as leaders navigate the relationship between political affiliations and independent labor movements. The call from PASOK for Pangopoulos's resignation illustrates internal party dynamics and raises questions about the balance of power within labor organizations, particularly in how they respond to political pressures while striving to maintain their autonomy and advocacy for workers' rights.