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Poll Reveals Political Fatigue and Weakening Trust in Greek Governance
The poll's most alarming finding for the government is the exceptionally high proportion of undecided voters, standing at 21.6%.
Greece Works More but Produces Less Than Europe: The Structural Legacy of the Crisis
A key factor behind this underperformance is weak labor productivity, which is essential for sustainable wage growth and long-term competitiveness.
Greece’s international investment position deteriorates instead of improving
The figures show that Greece’s net external liabilities increased by €13.4 billion compared with the end of 2024, reaching €338.9 billion.
Greek Government Accused of Targeting Rail Disaster Victims Through Tax Audit
Karystianou said the association’s finances are fully transparent and stressed that she has consistently supported the public disclosure of all financial data.
Greece’s Energy Market Enters a New Phase of Consolidation
Greece’s energy market is entering a decisive phase of restructuring, marked by accelerating consolidation and the arrival of new players that are reshaping competitive dynamics.
Rising Construction Costs and Labour Gaps Threaten Greece’s Housing Plans
The Greek government is pinning its hopes for easing the country’s housing shortage on a revival of construction activity and a faster pace of renovations to ageing buildings.
Greece Weighs Advance Tax Rulings to Boost Certainty for Investors
The Greek government is exploring the introduction of preliminary tax decisions, widely known internationally as Advance Tax Rulings (ATRs), as part of a broader effort to enhance tax certainty and predictability for businesses.
Record Prices for Gold Sovereigns in Greece Drive Wave of Profit-Taking
The price of the gold sovereign coin in Greece continues to rise sharply, with selling prices now approaching €1,000, sparking strong interest from both buyers and sellers across the country.
Greece Enters Flu Season Early as Influenza and Respiratory Viruses Surge
Seasonal viral infections and influenza are increasing across Greece, health authorities have warned, as the country enters the flu season earlier than expected.
How Much Money Third - Country Nationals Must Have to Enter and Stay in Greece
Travelers entering Greece with a national visa are exempt from these rules.
Greece’s Wiretapping Trial Enters Critical Phase as Court Orders Deeper Scrutiny
At the centre of recent proceedings was the testimony of investigative journalist Tasos Telloglou, a senior reporter with Inside Story and Greece’s ANT1 television network.
International Demand Pushes Greek Holiday Home Purchases to New Highs in 2025
Foreign buyers showed a clear preference in 2025 for mid-range holiday homes in Greece, with an average purchase value of €450,000.
Greek Political Party Expels MEP After Reported Attack on Reporter
A political storm has erupted in Greece after Nikos Pappas, a Member of the European Parliament representing the left-wing opposition party SYRIZA, was expelled from the party following an alleged physical assault on a journalist in Strasbourg.
Farmers’ Unrest and Economic Pressures Dent Greek Government’s Standing in New Polls
New Democracy remains clearly ahead, but its support slips by one percentage point compared with the previous Pulse poll.
Greek Prosecutor Urges Convictions of All Defendants in Golden Dawn Appeal Case
The case concerns the formation and operation of a criminal organization, the murder of anti-fascist musician Pavlos Fyssas in 2013, and a violent attack on Egyptian fishermen.
Greek Prosecutor Urges Convictions of All Defendants in Golden Dawn Appeal Case
The prosecutor argued that Golden Dawn sought to impose a violent, para-state mechanism that aimed to replace core state functions, including the policing of migrants through the unlawful “checking” of residence documents.
Farmers’ Unrest and Economic Pressures Dent Greek Government’s Standing in New Polls
One of the most closely watched surveys, carried out by Pulse and presented on the main evening news bulletin of SKAI television, captures the political impact of the farmers’ mobilisations, both in terms of voting intention and wider public sentiment.
Greek Political Party Expels MEP After Reported Attack on Reporter
SYRIZA’s leader, Sokratis Famellos, announced that Pappas was immediately removed from the party’s delegation in the European Parliament, describing his conduct as unacceptable.
International Demand Pushes Greek Holiday Home Purchases to New Highs in 2025
Elxis data further reveal how rapidly the market has evolved in recent years.
Greek Government Unveils Voluntary Scheme to Convert Swiss Franc Mortgages
Most Swiss franc loans in Greece were granted between 2005 and 2009, at a time when international financial conditions were very different.
Tsipras Escalates Rhetoric Against Mitsotakis and Centre-Left Rivals, Hints at Return to Frontline Politics
Beyond attacking the government, Tsipras also directed pointed criticism at the leadership of opposition parties.
Allwyn - OPAP Deal Overhaul Seen as Governance - Positive
For investors, the central takeaway is that the company will no longer have a dual-class share structure.
Greece Approves 2026 Budget Following Heated Debate on Farming and Corruption
The approval came after a marathon parliamentary debate that began on Friday afternoon and concluded shortly after 8 p.m. on Tuesday.
How the Greek Debt Crisis Changed the IMF’s Approach to Fiscal Policy
The report acknowledges improvements in the IMF’s analytical toolkit, particularly in debt sustainability analysis and in the monitoring of liquidity risks. However, it also identifies persistent weaknesses.
Greece’s Business Groups Warn of Economic Impact from Ongoing Farmers’ Protests
Earlier on Monday, Tsiaras presented what he called the government’s response to farmers’ demands, without outlining specific measures.
No Work After Retirement for Greek Auditors, Legal Opinion Clarifies
he Council concluded that retirement from the primary insurance system results, by operation of law, in the cessation of professional activity.
Greek Public Opinion Turns More Pessimistic on Country’s Direction in 2025
Looking ahead to the new year, insecurity is the most prevalent emotion, cited by 37.1% of respondents.
Subsidies, Energy Prices, and Disease Control at Center of Greek Farmers’ Demands
Among their key requests are measures to reduce costs, including tax-free diesel fuel, a cap on agricultural electricity prices, subsidies for farming inputs, and the removal of value-added tax on essential supplies.
From Fields to Supermarkets: How Greece’s Agricultural Crisis Is Hitting Both Farmers and Consumers
Agriculture continues to play a disproportionately large role in the Greek economy, accounting for 3.2% of GDP, the highest share in the European Union.
DTEK CEO Maksym Timchenko Deepens Greek Ties as DTEK Builds New LNG Supply Routes
HELLENiQ ENERGY is planning an FSRU near Thessaloniki in northern Greece, while Motor Oil is moving ahead with an FSRU project at its refinery complex near Corinth.
Documents Reveal Severe Explosive Hazards at Hellenic Defence Systems Facility
Laboratory tests revealed extremely high concentrations of military-grade explosives inside the tanks, including TNT, RDX and HMX, along with chemically unstable by-products formed through partial degradation.