The Greek Minister of Interior, Theodoros Livanios, has called on parliamentary party members to support the bill that would allow expatriates to vote by mail in upcoming elections.
Theodoros Livanios, Greece's Minister of Interior, has reached out to party members urging them to support a crucial bill aimed at enabling expatriate Greeks to exercise their voting rights through postal voting. His appeal comes as a significant step toward ensuring that these citizens can participate in the electoral process, particularly in the forthcoming elections. Livanios emphasized the need for bipartisan support, highlighting that 200 votes are required for the legislation to pass and be implemented in the next elections rather than postponed to future ones.
Livanios tackled concerns raised by some parliamentarians regarding the validity and implications of allowing those living abroad to vote. He rebuffed the argument that expatriates would not face the consequences of their votes, questioning the assumption that their participation could harm the electoral integrity of Greece. His remarks aim to clarify misconceptions and emphasize the importance of inclusive voting rights for all Greek citizens, regardless of their current residence.
Additionally, the process for registering expatriates to vote has been discussed, with Livanios mentioning that although it is streamlined, it remains one of the most stringent in the world. This underlines Greece's commitment to ensuring that its citizens abroad can engage in the democratic process while maintaining high standards for electoral integrity.
