AKEL's Support for Tax Justice and Critique of Government Reshuffle
December 14, 2025
The Secretary General of AKEL, Stefanos Stefanou, states that the tax reform should benefit the lower and middle classes while taxing higher incomes more. He criticizes the government's proposal, claiming it acts contrary to what is needed. Additionally, he mentions that the recent cabinet reshuffle was made for political purposes and not to improve government efficiency. He also suggests changes in taxation to achieve a fairer system. Finally, he emphasizes the need to reduce VAT on basic goods.