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Greek Prime Minister’s New York Agenda Dominated by Meeting with Erdogan
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is heading into an intensive round of diplomacy in New York, where he is taking part in the High-Level Week of the 80th United Nations General Assembly
Goodwill of €1.53 Billion Puts Spotlight on Intralot’s Bally’s Integration
Intralot has published its unaudited pro forma financial results following the acquisition of Bally’s Holdings Limited, presenting a stronger revenue profile but also signaling risks and challenges ahead.
Karystianou Denies Plans to Launch Political Party Amid Media Speculation
Karystianou accused “servile trolls” and “yellow journalists” of spreading falsehoods to distract from society’s real problems.
Maritime Industry Raises Red Flags Over IMO’s Net Zero Blueprint
The battle over the future of shipping fuels is heating up as October approaches, when the International Maritime Organization (IMO) is due to vote on the adoption of its Net Zero Framework (NZF).
Tourism Fuels Record Revenues for Greece
Greece’s tourism sector delivered record revenues in the first seven months of 2025, with the Bank of Greece reporting that total travel receipts climbed to €18.4 billion, driven by higher arrivals and increased spending per trip.
Greece Delays Property Value Revision, Widening Market Gap
The Greek government has decided to postpone until 2028 the long-awaited revision of property tax values, a move that preserves deep distortions in the country’s real estate market.
Missed Option Deadline Drives Up Cost of Greece’s Fourth Belharra Frigate
The Greek government is preparing to defend itself in Parliament against opposition criticism over the delayed purchase of a fourth French-made Belharra frigate, which is to be named Themistocles.
A “French-Style” 2% Tax on Greek Billionaires: How Much Could It Raise?
In France, a fierce political debate has erupted over a proposal to impose a 2% levy on fortunes exceeding €100 million.
Greece on the Global Catwalk of Luxury Tourism
Haute couture has long dominated the world’s catwalks, but in recent years it has found a new stage: the luxury hotel and resort sector.
Greece Bets on AI and Automation in Landmark Tax Administration Reform
Tax returns will be pre-filled automatically with existing data, while taxpayers will receive personalized reminders and guidance.
Greece Rolls Out Data Platform to Strengthen Anti-Money Laundering Controls
A new digital platform designed to combat money laundering and the financing of terrorism has been unveiled in Greece, marking a significant step in the country’s efforts to modernize financial oversight.
Brussels to Scrutinize Greece’s 2026 Budget and Surplus Targets
The European Commission is preparing to put Greece’s finances under the microscope at the end of the month, with a focus on the 2026 budget, the closing figures for 2025, and the near-complete rollout of the EU’s Recovery Fund.
Greek Trade Union Calls Nationwide Strike Over 13-Hour Workday Plan
Greece’s largest trade union has called a nationwide 24-hour strike for Wednesday, October 1, in protest against government labor reforms that it says threaten workers’ rights and well-being.
Greece Races Toward a Digital Tax and Customs Overhaul by 2026
Greece is preparing for a major digital transformation of its tax and customs administration, with sweeping changes expected to be completed by 2026.
How Greece’s Housing Market Jumped 61% Since 2019
Between early 2019 and mid-2025, apartment prices in Greece soared by a cumulative 61.3 percent in nominal terms, according to official data from the Bank of Greece.
Trial Over Greek Surveillance Scandal to Test Mitsotakis Government
Greece’s most significant political scandal in years is set to return to center stage as the trial over the country’s wiretapping affair opens on 24 September, putting fresh pressure on Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and his government.
Greece Leads Europe in Unmet Healthcare Needs
Greece records the highest rate of unmet healthcare needs in the European Union, according to Eurostat.
U.S. Embassy in Athens Prepares for Guilfoyle’s Arrival, Opens Security Post
Preparations are in full swing at the United States Embassy in Athens ahead of the expected arrival of Kimberly Guilfoyle, who is set to take up her post as U.S. Ambassador to Greece.
Greece Eases Path to Citizenship for Vocational School Graduates
Foreign students graduating from Greece’s Vocational High Schools (EPAL) will now find it easier to apply for citizenship, following a new ruling by the country’s Legal Council of State.
Greece Challenges Turkish-Libyan Maritime Claims with UN Letter Amid Chevron Bid
The Eastern Mediterranean is once again a focal point of global energy and geopolitical competition.
Metro, Trams and Buses Ran All Night in Athens for the First Time
Athens rolled out its first ever 24-hour public transport service this weekend, with the metro, tram and buses running through Saturday night into Sunday morning.
Greek Shipping Maintains Global Lead Despite Challenges
Greek shipping has retained its commanding position on the global stage, undeterred by geopolitical turmoil, tighter environmental rules and the uncertainty over future fuels.
Greek Professionals Shine Among Finalists at the 2025 Global Regulatory Awards
The 2025 Global Regulatory Awards (GRAs), set to take place in London on November 19, will feature a strong Greek presence among this year’s finalists.
Billionaire Len Blavatnik Granted Honorary Greek Citizenship
Billionaire businessman and philanthropist Len Blavatnik has been granted honorary Greek citizenship, along with his 21-year-old son, Ariel.
Jameel Motors Strengthens European Footprint with Entry into Greece
The Abdul Latif Jameel Group, one of the Middle East’s most established business conglomerates, has entered the Greek market with the creation of Jameel Motors Greek Holding Single-Member S.A., signaling a new chapter in its European expansion strategy.
International Press Groups Urge Mitsotakis to Protect Media Sustainability in Greece
Twenty-three international and national press associations and collective management organizations have issued a joint appeal to Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, warning that current regulatory discussions risk undermining the sustainability of journalism in the country.
Athens and Washington Deepen Energy Cooperation Amid Chevron Interest in Crete
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis hosted U.S. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum in Athens on Thursday, with talks focused on energy security and the strategic partnership between Greece and the United States.
Polls Show Greeks Unconvinced by Mitsotakis’ Economic Pledges
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis’ pledges at the Thessaloniki International Fair have failed to convince the public, according to two opinion polls published on Thursday.
Another Blood Transfusion Error Reported at Athens Clinic
Another case of a blood transfusion error has surfaced in Greece, this time at a private clinic in Athens, just months after a similar mistake at Tzaneio Hospital in Piraeus that claimed the life of a 62-year-old woman.
Airbnb in Greece Faces New Crackdown Amid Housing Market Pressures
Penalties for non-compliance are severe.