Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis outlines Greece’s first astronaut mission

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis was photographed at the Athens Police Department of Constitution while applying for a new identity card.

Later, he delivered a live address at the “Greece in Orbit – The Next Day” event, discussing Greece’s inaugural astronaut mission to the International Space Station. The launch is planned within the next two years, part of a national space strategy targeting 2035. Mitsotakis highlighted scientific experiments, opportunities for Greek companies, and initiatives to inspire students through STEM competitions and satellite‑building challenges.