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"Loophole" Would Let Greek Military Pensioners Draw Full Pay and Salary Simultaneously
Retired officers and members of the Armed Forces would be permitted to continue receiving their full pension while also earning a salary through employment at the Hellenic Aerospace Industry (EAB).
Legal Battles Intensify as Folli Follie Appeal Hearing Advances
A new court case is scheduled to begin soon, focusing on the company’s failure to publish financial statements for the years 2020 through 2022.
Greece Clears Fast-Track Compensation for Victims of Tempi Train Disaster
The proposal was put forward by Finance Minister Kyriakos Pierrakakis and Deputy Infrastructure and Transport Minister Konstantinos Kyranakis.
Greece’s Former President Warns of Rule-of-Law Erosion Amid Wiretapping Scandal
Pavlopoulos criticized both the government and elements of the judiciary, following a decision by prosecutors not to reopen the case.
Greece’s Ruling Party Slumps as Anger Grows Over Economy and Scandals
The political opposition has yet to capitalize decisively on the government’s troubles.
Trump-Connected Investor Pitches Billions in Greece, but Raises Eyebrows
In the U.S., Mr. Bernstein was linked to the bankruptcy of private aviation company JetReady, which filed for protection in 2020 with millions of dollars in unpaid debts.
Eurobank CEO Says Stability, Not Stimulus, Is Key as Global Uncertainty Grows
At a time of mounting global uncertainty, the chief executive of Eurobank used his annual address to deliver a clear message: economic resilience depends on discipline long before a crisis hits.
Greece Bets on Pharmaceutical Exports to Drive Growth and Strategic Autonomy
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis on Tuesday pledged expanded government support for Greece’s pharmaceutical exports, casting the sector as a pillar of economic growth and a strategic asset for Europe, as he toured new production facilities in the southern city of Tripoli.
Greek Lawyers Rebuke Top Prosecutor Over Wiretapping Case Closure
Greece’s legal community has sharply criticized a decision by the country’s top prosecutor, Konstantinos Tzavellas, not to reopen a high-profile wiretapping investigation, warning that the move risks eroding public trust in the justice system and raising broader concerns about the rule of law.
U.S., Greek Firms Back $6 Billion LNG Project in Albania
Albania has signed a $6 billion energy agreement with U.S. and Greek partners to secure long-term supplies of liquefied natural gas, in a move that could reshape energy flows across southeastern Europe and carry implications for regional allies including Greece.
Greece’s Waters Fill with Superyachts, but Public Coffers Stay Light
The country now attracts close to a quarter of global mega yacht traffic, a figure that underscores its appeal but also amplifies the strain on its coastal ecosystems.
Greece Channels Film Incentives Toward Foreign Productions in 2026 Plan
Authorities are introducing an additional €30 million pool financed through European Union structural funds for 2021–2027.
Trump’s Planned Ankara Visit Puts Eastern Mediterranean Tensions in Spotlight
Turkish officials are said to be investing significant diplomatic capital in the planned July 7–8 summit, where Trump is expected to meet President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.
Election Calendar to Determine How Greece Deploys Budget Windfall
If voters head to the polls in late 2026, the government faces a tight fiscal bind.
Turkey Challenges Greek Fishing Maps, Calling Aegean Boundaries “Imaginary”
Turkey further asserts that any fishing restrictions imposed by Greece beyond its territorial waters of six nautical miles are invalid, especially in zones Ankara.
Greece Prepares New Support Package to Shield Households from Middle East Fallout
The measures have been prepared by the government’s economic team, drawing on additional fiscal space created by a stronger-than-expected budget performance.
Piraeus Bank Aims to Double Dividends as Profit Growth Accelerates
The plan hinges on steady underlying growth, with earnings per share projected to rise by roughly 10% annually.
London Court Weighs Greece’s Early Buyback of GDP-Linked Securities
The case, heard before Justice Bright, centers on GDP-linked warrants issued by Greece in 2012 as part of its sweeping debt restructuring.
Legal Fight Over Cyprus Casino Megaresort Set to Stretch Into 2027
At the center of the case is the sprawling City of Dreams Mediterranean, a casino resort in the coastal city of Limassol that opened in July 2023.
Onassis’s Christina O Returns to Market With €52 Million Price Tag
Seen from above today, often captured in the sweeping clarity of drone footage, the Christina O still cuts an imposing figure.
Kövesi’s Athens Visit Tests Greece’s Stance on EU Rule of Law
At the center of the controversy is Popi Papandreou, one of the EPPO’s delegated prosecutors in Athens.
Athens Exchange Rebranding Scrapped as Euronext Takes Control
The identity of ATHEXGROUP, introduced after a late-2024 overhaul by the Athens Exchange Group, lasted just 16 months and 10 days.
Greece Tightens Scrutiny on Short-Term Rentals, Issues Heavy Fines
Greece’s tax authorities have uncovered widespread violations in the country’s booming short-term rental market, flagging more than 38,000 taxpayers for undeclared income and irregularities tied to property transactions, according to officials.
Greece Weighs Up to €400 Million in Aid as Budget Surplus Surges
The Greek government is entering the final stage of deliberations over a new package of financial support measures that could amount to as much as €400 million, funded by a stronger-than-expected fiscal surplus for 2025.
Turkey Emerges as a Tourism Powerhouse for Greece with Record 2025 Visitor Surge
Turkey has rapidly evolved into one of the most important tourism markets for Greece, with visitor flows reaching unprecedented levels in 2025.
Tax Gaps Persist as Greece Targets Higher Compliance by 2029
Greece’s tax administration faces a significant distance to cover by 2029 if it is to meet its ambitious targets for improving tax compliance, with the latest data revealing a picture of both progress and persistent gaps.
Greece’s Housing Boom Continues, Pushing Prices Higher Across Major Cities
Compared with the first quarter of 2025, the average asking sale price for residential properties in Greece increased by 7.9%, while the average asking rental price rose by 4.2% nationwide.
Predator Scandal Haunts Mitsotakis as Greek Parliament Reignites Wiretapping Row
Under pressure over new allegations tied to the Predator spyware affair, Mitsotakis declined to offer substantive answers on the latest developments.
Greece Most Dependent in the EU on Gulf Energy Imports
Between 2023 and 2025, Greece imported an average of €19 billion, equivalent to about $20.5 billion.
Greece Emerges as Europe’s New Hotspot for Branded Luxury Residences
Greece now ranks among Europe’s five fastest-growing markets for branded residences homes attached to luxury hospitality or lifestyle brands.
Greek Growth Seen Slowing if Energy Crisis Deepens, Think Tank Warns
The Foundation for Economic and Industrial Research said Greece’s gross domestic product would expand by 1.4% in 2026.