Thessaloniki under strict security for 90th TIF amid protests and dinners

Thessaloniki is under tight security with thousands of police officers and station closures ahead of Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis's speech at the 90th Thessaloniki International Fair.

Key points

• More than 3,500 police officers, drones, and water cannons are deployed for security and crowd control.
• Eight metro stations are set to close temporarily as demonstrations by healthcare workers, farmers, and unions take place.
• Kyriakos Pierrakakis hosted a dinner with over 40 New Democracy MPs discussing the Prime Minister's anticipated economic announcements.

Why it matters

The annual Thessaloniki International Fair serves as a major political platform where the government outlines key economic policies and measures against a backdrop of nationwide protests.