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The main opposition socialist party PASOK emerged from its three-day congress Sunday having hardened its stance against any post-election cooperation with the ruling New Democracy party, reshaping the country\u2019s political calculus.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Party leader Nikos Androulakis reaffirmed his dominance over the movement, which passed a resolution rejecting cooperation with New Democracy \u201cin any role\u201d following future elections.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The sweeping declaration effectively shelves scenarios that had circulated publicly \u2013 including a coalition under a mutually acceptable third-party prime minister, or cooperation following a leadership change at New Democracy.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The congress projected an image of unity, with no significant internal dissent surfacing during proceedings.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Athens Mayor Haris Doukas, who had earlier raised objections to the anti-cooperation language, ultimately did not push the matter to a vote, instead securing a seat on the new central committee through a statute amendment.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Party insiders acknowledged that behind-the-scenes negotiations before the congress opened had largely resolved key disputes. Androulakis\u2019 opening address on Friday, they said, effectively left internal rivals \u201cwithout an agenda.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
The party\u2019s standing in opinion polls remains a central concern. While the congress generated momentum, observers note that PASOK\u2019s true test lies ahead \u2013 whether the gathering translates into measurable gains in forthcoming surveys.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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