Sophia Zacharaki, Greece's Minister of Education, responded to statements made by the opposition parties SYRIZA and PASOK regarding the National Dialogue on Education, emphasizing that the country requires a national graduation certificate that enjoys societal acceptance. She stated that achieving this goal necessitates meaningful participation and not just the exchange of statements. Zacharaki indicated that the responsibility for engagement in the dialogue lies with all stakeholders and should not be reduced to mere political posturing.

In her comments, Zacharaki expressed disappointment that just hours before the first session of the National Dialogue Committee on Education, SYRIZA and PASOK raised what she characterized as superficial complaints that were not mentioned in a recent meeting of the Cultural Affairs Committee. She presented the structure of the dialogue at that meeting, where she received positive feedback concerning the invitation for a National Dialogue. This indicates a preparedness for a constructive discussion about educational reforms.

The Minister of Education underscored that the National Dialogue for Education must transcend simplistic criticisms and move toward genuine collaboration among all involved entities. By focusing on serious participation rather than mere announcement exchanges, she hopes to foster an educational framework that benefits all parties and affirms the importance of a unified national approach to education reform.