#GREEK GOVERNMENT
Billion-Euro Exemption Sparks Questions Over Greece’s Fiscal Priorities
What seemed like a technical legislative detail has had major fiscal implications.
Cost-of-Living Crisis and Scandals Sharpen Public Discontent with Greek Government, Three Polls Find
Asked which matter places the government under the most strain, a majority points to the OPEKEPE scandal involving allegedly unlawful agricultural subsidies.
Athens Allocates €20 Million for Organization of 2027 EU Presidency
The budget is set to finance the establishment and operation of a new EU Presidency Office, the purchase of necessary equipment, the hosting of European officials, and the organization of cultural and scientific events.
Data Undercut Greek PM’s Argument on Student Flat-Sharing Abroad
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis suggested at the Thessaloniki International Fair that students sharing flats, as is common abroad, could ease the country’s housing pressures—but international data show cohabitation remains the exception rather than the norm across Europe.
Greek Opposition Tears into Mitsotakis After Thessaloniki Fair Press Conference
Greece’s opposition parties sharply criticized Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis following his Sunday press conference at the Thessaloniki International Fair, accusing him of downplaying scandals, ignoring the cost-of-living crisis, and presenting a program out of touch with ordinary Greeks.
Mitsotakis Rejects Succession Rumors, Rules Out Snap Elections
Kyriakos Mitsotakis dismissed speculation about resignation and early elections, reassuring both the public and his party that he will complete his term, while for the first time leaving open the possibility of post-election coalition governments.
Financial Strain Deepens in Greece as Savings Remain Out of Reach
Rising costs of living and stagnant wages are keeping Greek households from building savings, raising questions about the effectiveness of government measures aimed at easing financial pressure.
Greek Regulators Shut Down Payment Service Used for High-Level Money Laundering
Greek regulators have cracked down on a payment service allegedly used by senior government officials to funnel illegal funds through betting accounts, exposing gaps in the country’s anti-money laundering framework.
Greek MEP Sounds Alarm Over Great Sea Interconnector Delays
Delays in the €1.9 billion Great Sea Interconnector, intended to diversify Europe’s energy sources and strengthen supply security, are raising concerns in Brussels as Turkey threatens the project and disputes flare between Greece and Cyprus.
Greek PM Mitsotakis Sidesteps Responsibility in Major Agricultural Subsidy Scandal
In a televised interview, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis acknowledged government shortcomings in the OPEKEPE subsidy scandal but rejected any personal or ministerial responsibility, framing the issue as a decades-long, systemic failure rooted in Greece’s political past.
Greek Judges Challenge Government on Judicial Appointments, Rebuke EU’s Rule of Law Assessment
A deepening rift between Greece’s judiciary and the government has erupted over allegations of political interference in top court appointments, with judges accusing authorities of bypassing a landmark judicial reform—despite EU praise for progress on the rule of law.
Greek Government Prepares Regulatory Path for Euronext’s Bid for Athens Stock Exchange
A new legislative amendment submitted to Parliament signals that talks between Euronext and the Hellenic Exchanges Group are advancing, as Athens prepares the regulatory framework for a potential acquisition of the country's stock exchange infrastructure.
How the Greek State Will Manage Seized Assets Linked to Criminal Activity
Greece is moving to close a legal vacuum in its criminal justice system with new rules for managing seized assets linked to suspected criminal activity.
Greece Cracks Down on Unregulated Mooring with New Buoy Rules
The Greek government has introduced a legal framework for floating mooring buoys, aiming to reduce environmental damage, congestion, and unregulated activity in coastal waters outside traditional ports.
European Parliament Demands Action on Spyware Abuse Amid Greek Scandal Fallout
The European Parliament has renewed pressure on EU governments to investigate the illegal use of spyware like Predator and Pegasus, warning that unchecked surveillance threatens democracy, press freedom, and the rule of law - nearly two years after damning revelations by its own PEGA Committee.
Greece Launches Secure System for Monitoring Illicit Financial Activity
Greece has unveiled a new digital platform designed to strengthen its fight against money laundering and terrorism financing. Developed by the Ministries of National Economy and Finance and Digital Governance, the platform will securely collect and analyze statistical data on financial crimes, enabling coordinated action among national authorities while protecting sensitive information.
Is Greece About to Repeat Its Energy Mistakes? The Risk Behind Rushed Storage Subsidies
The government faces a pivotal choice: invest wisely in tomorrow’s technologies or lock in yesterday’s solutions at great public expense.
Greece’s New Gas Plants: Subsidizing the Unnecessary at Taxpayers’ Expense
Greece’s plan to expand its gas-fired power capacity is drawing increasing scrutiny, as new evidence suggests these high-cost projects may offer little value in a rapidly evolving energy landscape. With €1.6 billion in investments supported by the state, critics argue that the real driver behind these developments is not energy security but guaranteed investor returns—funded by taxpayers.
Greek government under fire after Egypt seizes Saint Catherine’s Sinai Monastery
The Greek Foreign Ministry expressed its concern immediately after the ruling was announced.
Tourists Spending More for Shorter Stays in Greece, But Overall Trip Costs Hold Steady
Tourists in Greece are splashing out more cash each day, but cutting their vacations short—leaving total spending per trip virtually unchanged since before the pandemic. New Bank of Greece data for 2024 reveals a sharp drop in average stay length and a tourism sector increasingly skewed toward high-end, short-term travel.
Greek Agricultural Subsidy System in Crisis Amid EU Corruption Probes
Billions in European Union farm subsidies are at risk as Greece’s agricultural payment agency, OPEKEPE, comes under criminal investigation for large-scale fraud. With allegations of phantom farmland and misused funds, Brussels is threatening to suspend payments - escalating a crisis that could cripple Greek agriculture and force sweeping reforms in the country’s subsidy system.
ICAP Challenges Greek Defense Systems Tender
Greek firm ICAP Outsourcing Solutions has filed a legal appeal against a public tender issued by Hellenic Defense Systems (EAS), alleging that the terms of the tender are unlawful and unfairly restrictive.
Greece Steps Up Tax Enforcement, Eyes Major Revenue Boost by 2026
Greece is stepping up its campaign against tax evasion, with authorities preparing to roll out a new set of measures that could bring an additional €1 billion into state coffers this year.
Greek Government Faces Backlash as Polls Show Declining Support
Public discontent has been further fueled by allegations that the government attempted to obstruct a parliamentary investigation into the Tempi tragedy and the role of former government official Christos Triantopoulos.
Greek Government Faces Backlash for Attempting to End Tempi Parliamentary Inquiry
The Greek government is facing intense criticism after taking steps to end the parliamentary inquiry into former Deputy Minister for Civil Protection, Christos Triantopoulos, who has been accused of involvement in covering up the aftermath of the Tempi train disaster.
Government Reshuffle in Full Swing: Key Moves and Political Maneuvering
Greece is in the midst of a government reshuffle, with one of the most significant changes being the relocation of Finance Minister Kostis Hatzidakis to the Maximos Mansion, where he will take on the role of Deputy Prime Minister with coordinating responsibilities.
Greece Moves to Modernize Management of Charitable Estates
The Greek government is introducing reforms to modernize the management of charitable estates, aiming to make the process more efficient and aligned with contemporary social needs.
Greece Pushes for Balanced Defense Contributions in EU Strategy Talks
At the Eurogroup and Ecofin meetings in Brussels on Tuesday, European finance ministers focused on the increasing financial demands of European defense and the need for a truly common defense policy across the bloc.
Automated Tax Returns for 2025: What Taxpayers Need to Know
Greece is introducing a new system that will simplify tax filing for 1.5 million taxpayers in 2025, with an automated process for completing and submitting tax returns.
Economist Democracy Index 2024: Greece Drops Five Places Due to Government Functioning Weaknesses
Greece has fallen five spots in the Democracy Index 2024, ranking 25th globally, according to the latest report by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU).
Mass Protests in Greece Reshape Political Landscape Amid Public Outrage Over Tempi Tragedy
Mass protests held across Greece on February 28 in response to the Tempi rail disaster have significantly shifted the country’s political landscape.