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Mass Rallies Across Greece for Anniversary of 1973 Polytechnic Uprising
According to police estimates, approximately 23,000 people participated in the march in Athens.
Greece Tightens Passenger Protection With Tougher Airline Penalties
Cases in which passengers are left waiting at the airport for hours without the meals or accommodation required by law can lead to fines ranging from €500 to €2,000.
Greece’s Food Chain Under Strain: Consumers Pay More as Domestic Production Collapses
The decline in production, combined with greater reliance on imports, has left the country vulnerable to disruptions in global supply chains.
High-Stakes April Summit to Shape Outlook for Greece–Cyprus–Israel Energy Project
The gathering will determine whether the investment interest expressed by the U.S. and Israel will move beyond the exploratory stage and become a binding commitment.
Greece’s Health System Faces Deep Strains Despite Government Optimism, OECD Finds
The public health system continues to suffer from limited access, chronic underfunding and severe shortages in key personnel.
Greek Council of State Probes Missing Surveillance Files in Expanding Surveillance Scandal
EYP informed the court that it could not locate the agency’s 2020 surveillance requests.
Eurostat: Greece’s Average Annual Salary Rises to €18,000 in 2024 - Still Among the Lowest in the EU
The average annual salary in the European Union climbed to €39,800 in 2024, reflecting a 5.2 percent increase from €37,800 in 2023, according to the latest data released by Eurostat.
Greece and Cyprus to Revitalize Power Interconnection Project to Attract Major Investors
Greece and Cyprus have agreed to move swiftly with an update of the financial and technical parameters of their long-delayed electricity interconnection project, a move aimed at attracting new and powerful investors.
Greece Turns the Page on Unemployment with Strongest Job Market in 17 Years
According to the latest report by Greece’s statistical authority, ELSTAT, the employment rate among people aged 20 to 64 reached 71.7 percent in the second quarter of this year—the highest level recorded since before the crisis.
Poll Signals Trouble for Greece’s Ruling Party as Opposition Shifts the Balance
Greece’s ruling party, New Democracy (ND), maintains a steady lead with 24.2% support in the latest RealPolls survey conducted for Protagon on November 9–10 among 1,765 respondents.
How Greece’s Ageing Buildings Are Driving Up Borrowing Costs
The ECB’s latest lending survey shows that companies with a low environmental footprint, or with credible plans for a green transition, are increasingly rewarded with more favorable borrowing terms.
Samaras Breaks Silence with Sharp Attack on Mitsotakis and Hints at New Party
Samaras rejected any suggestion that his rift with Mitsotakis is personal.
Low Declared Incomes Put Greek Freelancers Back Under the Tax Microscope
Despite long-standing concerns, the odds of a thorough tax audit in Greece remain relatively low.
Greece Faces Housing Crunch as Building Permits Plunge and Empty Homes Pile Up
Greece is grappling with a deepening housing shortage, the result of years of subdued construction activity and regulatory upheaval that has complicated the issuing of building permits.
Long-Term LNG Pact and Renewables Push Propel Aktor Energy Toward IPO
Aktor Energy, a newly established subsidiary of Aktor, is rapidly shaping a credible path toward a future listing on the Athens Stock Exchange.
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.
Tobacco Companies Could Soon Foot the Bill for Beach Cleanups in Greece
Cigarette filters contain plastic and have been classified as single-use plastics under European and Greek legislation since 2020.
Amid Rising Rates Across Europe, Greece Stands Out With Ultra-Low Dividend Tax
At the opposite end of the spectrum are Estonia, Latvia and Malta, none of which impose any tax on dividends.
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’s Governing Party Stumbles Amid Rising Public Discontent
The trend that stands out most is the surge in undecided voters, now at 21.5%.
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.