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Strategies for Improving Security and Combating Crime

October 26, 2026

The Ministry of Justice is considering reinstating the monitoring of phone conversations to combat organized crime and drug trafficking. Minister Konstantinos Fytiris highlighted the need for hiring new police officers following a model that would ease recruitment and reduce costs. Measures are also being planned to address expected migrant flows from African countries. The modernization of the legislative framework and the upgrading of prison facilities are also priorities. Finally, there are plans to enhance security through the use of technological systems.