George A. Papandreou (born June 16, 1952) is Former Prime Minister of Greece, current President of Socialist International, a Member of the Hellenic Parliament and former President of the Panhellenic Socialist Movement (PASOK). He served as the 11th Prime Minister of Greece from October 6, 2009 - November 11, 2011, after PASOK’s victory in the October 2009 national elections.
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Inequality is putting democracy at risk
Article, President of Socialist International, Press Office
There has been no shortage of commentary on the risks in the global economy and the imbalances, institutional deficiencies and under-regulation that sent the global economy into a tailspin just five years back. But my experience as Prime Minister when Greece was in the eye of the storm has led me to believe that, although […]
Democracy in Europe: Looking Toward the European Elections
President of Socialist International, Press Office, Speech
Speech by George Papandreou delivered at Science Po (Paris) Thank you Sean, thank you all for being here this evening. It is an honour for me to be here at Sciences Po this semester. There is no better opportunity to be studying politics than during a crisis. Only a few days ago I was in […]
An innovative approach to the use of marijuana
Article, President of Socialist International, Press Office
A courageous move by the government of Uruguay approved by both Parliaments’ bodies is spearheading this country in the field of drug policies and specifically regarding cannabis use by individuals. A “gesture” of immense impact that should be closely followed, not only because of its openness, but for the lessons that can be learned in […]
I welcome the positive outcome of the talks concerning Iran ‘s nuclear program
President of Socialist International, Press Office, Statement
As President of the Socialist International, I welcome the positive outcome of the talks between the P5+1 (United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Russia and China) and Iran, facilitated by the European Union, concerning Iran ‘s nuclear program. It is a major step towards increased stability in the broader region. This important deal, reached […]
George Papandreou: If we are to succeed, we must stand united
President of Socialist International, Press Office, Speech
Speech of the President of Socialist International, George Papandreou, at the Intistution’s Council Meeting in Istanbul (11-12 November 2013) Dear friends, dear comrades, First, I would like to thank Kemal Kilicdaroglu and the CHP for hosting our Council in Istanbul. On behalf of all, I thank him and his party for the warm hospitality you […]
Rediscover the lost art of democracy
Former Prime Minister, Interview, President of Socialist International, Press Office
Editor’s note: George Papandreou is the former Prime Minister of Greece. He spoke at TEDGlobal 2013 in June. TED is a nonprofit dedicated to “ideas worth spreading,” which it makes available through talks posted on its website. (CNN) — Our democracies are facing a moment of truth. From the rise of extremism in the European Union to the […]
6th annual meeting of the SI Presidium and Heads of State and Government
Activities, President of Socialist International, Press Office
United Nations, New York 6th annual meeting of the SI Presidium and Heads of State and Government Members of the SI Presidium, Heads of State and Government from SI member parties, leaders of international organisations and a number of foreign ministers gathered at the United Nations headquarters in New York for the organisation’s 6th annual […]
Anna Lindh, ten years later…
President of Socialist International, Press Office
Ten years have passed since the unjustified death of Anna Lindh and some questions remain unanswered. In his funeral oration (cited below) George A. Papandreou had stressed in a very emotional way: “…If Anna you could walk the streets of Stockholm and talk to your fellow Swedes, as you always did with deep respect, openness […]
Statement on Tax Evasion
President of Socialist International, Press Office, Statement
Statement by George Papandreou, President of Socialist International (SI) on Tax Evasion The SI has repeatedly called for international regulation, which will stem types of global financial activities that have led to tax evasion. The recent media investigation of this phenomenon comes as a resounding confirmation of our position. In 2008 we created the Commission […]
Open letter to SI member parties
Activities, Message, President of Socialist International, Press Office
Dear comrades, dear friends, On the 23rd of May the Social Democratic Party of Germany, SPD, will be celebrating its 150th anniversary, an occasion which will provide an opportunity to look back at its history and its achievements, and to pay homage to the memory of all those who contributed during these 150 years. We […]
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Ομιλία Γιώργου Παπανδρέου στο TED Global
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Papandreou’s Odyssey
Interview to the bimonthly American magazine "Foreign Policy" by senior editor Benjamin Pauker Papandreou’s Odyssey GREEKS AREN'T LAZY The Greek prime minister has gone from leader of the socia...
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Ομιλία στην Ημερίδα με θέμα: “Νέοι και Ανεργία: Το μέλλον θέλει δουλειά”
Ημερίδα της Κ.Ο. του ΠΑΣΟΚ στο Ευρωπαϊκό Κοινοβούλιο με θέμα: "Νέοι και Ανεργία: Το μέλλον θέλει δουλειά" "Φίλες και φίλοι, αγαπητέ Πρόεδρε της ΓΣΕΕ, αγαπητέ κύριε Καθηγητά, αγαπητέ Πρόεδρε Μάρτιν Σ...