Athenna Aidonas has been elected as the new Regional Governor of Central Macedonia, succeeding Apostolos Tzitzikostas who resigned to serve as the European Commissioner for Transport and Tourism. Aidonas, the former deputy governor, secured 35 out of 39 votes in a pivotal election presided over by Thessaloniki Deputy Governor Kostas Gioutikas. In her acceptance speech, Aidonas expressed gratitude to her colleagues and emphasized the importance of unity in advancing the region’s interests. The transition of power will take place on Monday.