Greek PM appoints new defense minister to replace Avramopoulos

Greek Prime Minister Antonis Samaras appointed Current Development Minister Nikos Dendias on Friday as new defense minister, as outgoing Dimitris Avramopoulos is due to assume his new duties as European Commissioner for Migration and Home Affairs in coming days.

According to the announcement issued by the premier's office Dendias' successor at the development ministry will be Costas Skrekas, an MP of the conservative ruling party.

Dendias has also served as Minister of Public Order and Justice Minister.
Source: Xinhua -  globaltimes.cn
31/10/14