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Averof Neofytou: A Left-Leaning Voice Within DISY

Published January 4, 2026, 10:14
Averof Neofytou: A Left-Leaning Voice Within DISY

Averof Neofytou, a politician from the DISY party, has stood out for his positions on social justice, leading some to describe him as the most left-leaning member of his party. Recently, Neofytou denounced the government's "accounting alchemy," which he claims reduced the minimum wage by at least 100 euros, presenting the outcome as an improvement. He emphasized that no one can live on a wage based on 2024 data, especially low-wage earners. This criticism has sparked reactions, with some accusing him of opposing government policy. Simultaneously, the article refers to the criticism faced by Nikolas Papadopoulos, the president of DIKO, regarding his handling of internal party reactions to the appointment of Neofytos Charalambides as a minister, with some questioning his influence within the party leadership.