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Greece Struggles With High Public Sector Arrears
Greece’s public sector continues to grapple with high levels of unpaid bills, even as total overdue obligations fell slightly in September.
The reshuffle crossword puzzle
As Greece edges toward the final stretch of Kyriakos Mitsotakis’ second term, political attention is turning to what is expected to be the prime minister’s last cabinet reshuffle before the country heads to the polls.
Bank Surveys Reveal Wide Gap Between Greek and EU Lending Conditions
Recent surveys by the Bank of Greece and the European Central Bank highlight stark differences in lending trends between Greece and the rest of the European Union, particularly when compared with the bloc’s four largest economies—Germany, France, Italy and Spain.
Greece, Cyprus, Israel and U.S. Unite Behind Regional Energy Links Amid Rising Tensions
The statement was released following the 3+1 Energy Ministerial, bringing together officials from the United States, the Republic of Cyprus, Greece, and Israel.
Why Greece’s New Gas Deal Won’t Deliver Overnight
Exaggeration is hardly new in Greek public life, and it resurfaced on Thursday following the Farm-In agreement signed by HELLENiQ ENERGY Holdings, ExxonMobil and Energean.
Strong U.S. Interest in Metlen’s Gallium and Defence Expansion Revealed
Metlen’s announcement on Thursday of its third major corporate transformation unfolded in an atmosphere charged with emotion—particularly for Executive Chairman Evangelos Mytilineos.
Greece Emerges as Eurozone Outlier on Worker Protections
Collapse in collective bargaining coverage puts Greece far off course from the EU’s target of 80% coverage by 2027.
Helleniq Energy Rebrands Elpedison as It Fully Integrates Power Subsidiary
Chief Executive Officer Andreas Siamisiis is expected to present the group’s broader plans.
Europe’s Welfare Model Under Pressure, IMF Says
According to the report, spending pressures will rise by around 4.5 percentage points of GDP in Western Europe by 2040, and by 5.5 points in Central and Eastern Europe.
Euronext Rebuts “Myths” Over Athens Stock Exchange Bid, Pledges to Strengthen Greek Market
According to Euronext, smaller Greek brokerages are not at risk of being squeezed out. Instead, they would gain access to broader liquidity, a larger investor base and state-of-the-art European trading infrastructure.
Greek Households Brace for Tough Year Ahead as Confidence Sinks Further
Greek households view their financial situation over the past year slightly more negatively, and expectations for the coming year have deteriorated sharply.
Greek Postal Upheaval Spotlights Difficult Path to Public-Sector Reform
The government promises a revised roadmap, consultation with local leaders and assurances that no community will be left without service.
Greece Modernizes Consumer App to Offer Smarter, Faster Price Guidance
e-Katanalotis will evolve from being simply a price-comparison service into a broader digital hub for consumer information and support.
Greek-Swedish Joint Venture Skywave Targets Next-Gen Communication Systems
Technologically, Skywave intends to concentrate on artificial-intelligence methods for detecting jamming threats against unmanned aircraft systems.
A House, a Bomb, and a Blood Feud: Crete Village Plunged Into Chaos
The tragedy has revived painful memories in Crete, a region where vendettas once shaped life in isolated villages.
Eurobank Wins Seven-Year Legal Battle Over €29 Million Romanian Tax Dispute
Under the terms of the sale agreement, Eurobank would have been liable for the amount if the ruling became final.
How Greece’s Postal Reform Plan Derailed in Months
Instead of expansion, ELTA is now associated with contraction, raising questions about whether those impressive targets were ever realistic.
Rising Food Prices Force Greeks to Abandon the Mediterranean Diet
For many Greek families, maintaining a balanced diet has become a daily struggle.
Greece’s Capital Market Commission Strengthens Compliance Credentials in EU Ranking
Of the Greek cases, 78 percent resulted in fines, reflecting a firm stance toward market violations.
European Court of Auditors Scrutinizes EU Fraud-Prevention Architecture
Fraud involving EU funds — along with related crimes such as bribery, embezzlement and money-laundering — represents a direct threat to the EU budget and undermines public confidence in European governance.
Greece’s Postal Service in Freefall: The “Ten Plagues” Dragging ELTA Toward Collapse
The closures come at a time when ELTA’s financial health continues to deteriorate despite repeated state support packages.
Intellexa Conducted Covert Training Sessions Inside Offices of Greek Police Contractor Krikel
The Athens trial targets four business figures accused of violating communications privacy laws.
A “Limbo Situation” Is Europe’s New Silent Crisis
Among the speakers, Leena Mörttinen, Finland’s Permanent Under-Secretary for International and Financial Markets, delivered one of the most striking interventions.
Greece Eyes Samurai Bonds Again, Looking to Turn ‘Amazu Soosu’ Into Sweet Success
Greece’s relationship with Asian capital markets is not new.
EBA Unveils EU-Wide AML Overhaul, Poised to Impact Greek Financial Sector
The European Banking Authority (EBA) has released its long-anticipated guidance to the European Commission on the design and powers of the new European Anti–Money Laundering Authority (AMLA).
Greece Shutters 18% of Post Offices, Sparking Public Backlash and Fears of Isolation
Greece’s state-run postal service, ELTA, has sparked nationwide outrage after announcing the sudden closure of 204 branches — nearly 18% of its network.
“Chaos” Edges Out Mitsotakis as Greek Voters Lose Faith in Political Stability
A new poll by the firm Interview for POLITIC shows that more Greeks would now choose “chaos” over Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis in the political dilemma “Mitsotakis or chaos.”
Greece Launches €500,000 Program to Reward Top University Entrants
A total of €500,000 has been allocated by the State Scholarships Foundation (IKY) to fund the new Awards of Excellence program.
Pending Tax Disputes Rise in Greece, with Only 11% of Appeals Accepted
The Dispute Resolution Directorate (DRD) of Greece’s Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE) reported an increase in pending cases during August, reflecting ongoing pressure on the country’s tax dispute system.
One in Five Greek Taxpayers Delays Payments as Tax Compliance Reaches 82%
Greece’s Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE) has released new data showing that, despite an overall improvement in tax compliance, a significant share of taxpayers continues to fall behind on their obligations.
Europe’s Double Game: Greece Arms Up as Allies Sell Weapons to Turkey
Greece marked its national holiday on October 28 with a grand military parade in Thessaloniki, showcasing the most advanced weapons systems ever fielded by the Hellenic Armed Forces.