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Greece Tightens Criminal Penalties for Vandalism of Artworks
Greece is moving to reinforce legal protection for cultural heritage, following a high-profile act of vandalism that reignited debate over the security of museums and public collections.
Greece Faces Structural Obstacles in Applying EU Pay Transparency Rules by 2026
Greece’s effort to align with the European Union’s new rules on pay transparency is colliding with a long-standing peculiarity of its public-sector wage system: the persistence of “personal pay differences” that blur salary comparisons and complicate reform.
Greece Heads Into 2026 Confronting the Strains of Tourism Success
Problems related to water supply, waste collection, wastewater treatment, port capacity, electricity networks, parking and traffic congestion emerged not only in traditionally popular destinations but also in areas that until recently had been considered less crowded.
No Sugar or Fat Tax: Greece Rules Out Health Levy on Food in 2026
Across the EU, taxes on high fat, sugar and salt (HFSS) products are currently applied in 12 member states, while taxes on sugar-sweetened beverages have been introduced in 108 countries worldwide, according to data from the World Health Organization.
Greece Enters 2026 with €39 Billion Cash Buffer, Prioritising Debt Stability
y. Authorities plan to continue generating primary surpluses while steadily reducing the debt-to-GDP ratio, which is expected to fall to around 138% in 2026 from levels above 200% in 2020.
Paulson’s 2025 Playbook: Winning in the U.S., Misjudging the Greek Market
Despite retaining a sizeable strategic stake and publicly reiterating its confidence in the bank’s management and long-term prospects, subsequent market developments did not support the decision to scale back exposure.
Tax-Free Share Transfers Cost Greece Billions
Greece has forfeited more than €1.26 billion in public revenue over the past five years as a result of a tax exemption on capital gains from the sale of corporate shareholdings—an arrangement that has increasingly come under scrutiny as pressures on public finances persist.
Athens Overheats as Greece’s Economy Becomes Dangerously Centralised
For readers unfamiliar with Greece, the scale of economic concentration in and around Athens may come as a surprise.
Eastern and Northern Europe Emerge as Steady Contributors to Greece’s Tourism Income
Travelers from Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Sweden, Poland and Romania significantly increased their average spending, posting a year-on-year rise of 23%.
Former Greek Prime Minister Tsipras Steps Back Into the Political Arena, Targets Rule of Law Concerns
According to people close to him, Tsipras is expected in the coming months to significantly intensify political pressure on the prime minister, focusing particularly on allegations of illegal wiretapping and broader concerns about the functioning of the rule of law in Greece.
Scandals Set the Context as Greece’s Cabinet Debates Anti-Corruption Reforms
At the centre of the Cabinet’s discussions was a proposal to introduce a nationwide digital system for monitoring corruption cases.
New Rules for Horse-Drawn Carriages Put a Greek Island’s Way of Life Under Strain
Under the new regulation, permits for animal-drawn vehicles will be issued by local municipalities and will specify precisely where each vehicle is allowed to operate.
Greece Tightens Rules on .gr and .ελ Domain Names
Greece is introducing a new regulatory framework that changes how national domain names ending in .gr and .ελ are registered, monitored and, in some cases, withdrawn.
Binance Establishes Holding Company in Greece
According to corporate records, Binance Holdings (IE) Limited has incorporated a new wholly owned entity in Greece under the name Binary Greece.
Greece Weighs Advance Tax Rulings to Boost Investor Certainty
The proposed framework aims to reduce the ambiguity that companies and investors often face when planning investments or structuring business transactions.
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.