We can’t afford to lose another season," European Commission Vice President Vera Jourova told Czech public radio. “Being vaccinated will not be a precondition to travel,” the European Commission said. AdGreek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said the travel certificates “will help boost tourism and the economies that rely heavily on it." Europe’s aviation industry urged EU governments to ensure the passes are operational in time for the peak of the summer travel season. If agreed by the EU leaders, the proposal will need to be approved by EU lawmakers to enter into force.