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  • Chinese President Xi Jinping extended his congratulations on Thursday to Konstantinos Tasoulas

    Chinese President Xi Jinping extended his congratulations on Thursday to Konstantinos Tasoulas

    He noted that in recent years, both nations have made significant progress in key projects, including the Piraeus Port initiative, high-quality Belt and Road cooperation, and the establishment of the Center of Chinese and Greek Ancient Civilizations, as well as the Chinese School of Classical Studies in Athens. These efforts, he said, reflect the shared values and global responsibilities of the two ancient civilizations.

    Chinese President Xi Jinping extended his congratulations on Thursday to Konstantinos Tasoulas
  • Conference Tourism in Greece Targets €6-7BLN

    Conference Tourism in Greece Targets €6-7BLN

    Currently, the Greek conference tourism generates €2 billion in revenue, ranking 47th globally in terms of total turnover in the international conference industry. In contrast, Portugal holds the 30th position, while Italy ranks 13th.

    Conference Tourism in Greece Targets €6-7BLN
  • Greece has been recognised as one of the top destinations for immigrants in 2025

    Greece has been recognised as one of the top destinations for immigrants in 2025

    In its inaugural ranking, the index assesses 82 countries worldwide based on 24 key factors influencing immigration decisions. Each country receives a comprehensive score out of 100, reflecting its overall appeal for newcomers. Greece secured the 38th position with a score of 38.3.

    Greece has been recognised as one of the top destinations for immigrants in 2025
  • Greece to Invest Over €25 Billion in Arms Modernization by 2036, Including Submarines and Fighter Jets

    Greece to Invest Over €25 Billion in Arms Modernization by 2036, Including Submarines and Fighter Jets

    While the plan signals Greece’s commitment to military modernization, critics might question whether such heavy spending prioritizes defense over social needs, especially post-austerity, and how it might escalate tensions with Turkey rather than foster dialogue.

    Greece to Invest Over €25 Billion in Arms Modernization by 2036, Including Submarines and Fighter Jets
  • “Know Your Business” platform available – Online update of legal entities’ information at banks

    “Know Your Business” platform available – Online update of legal entities’ information at banks

    This platform serves as a key tool in reducing bureaucracy, saving time, and eliminating the need for in-person visits by legal representatives to banks, while also enhancing the reliability of data. Going forward, legal entities will no longer need to manually collect and submit the required documentation that they are obliged to update at regular intervals to maintain a bank account.

    “Know Your Business” platform available – Online update of legal entities’ information at banks
  • Greece Emerges as a Top Destination for Luxury Real Estate

    Greece Emerges as a Top Destination for Luxury Real Estate

    The country ranks among the top ten globally for projected net inflows of millionaires in 2024, securing the eighth position. The UAE tops the list, followed by the United States.

    Greece Emerges as a Top Destination for Luxury Real Estate
  • Greece to tap markets with reissue of 15-year and 30-year bonds

    Greece to tap markets with reissue of 15-year and 30-year bonds

    The Public Debt Management Agency (PDMA) gave a mandate to Barclays, BNP Paribas, Commerzbank, Eurobank, JP Morgan and Piraeus Bank to proceed with the re-opening of the existing bonds maturing on July 18, 2038 with a coupon of 4.375% and those maturing on June 15, 2053 with a coupon of 4.125%.

    Greece to tap markets with reissue of 15-year and 30-year bonds
  • Audiobook literature for all via the eVivlio app

    Audiobook literature for all via the eVivlio app

     A new app, eVivlio, offers free access to literary audiobooks with the voices of favourite artists to students, teachers, and anyone who loves books.

    Audiobook literature for all via the eVivlio app
  • Roussopoulos and Guterres meet in New York, discuss artificial intelligence

    Roussopoulos and Guterres meet in New York, discuss artificial intelligence

    The President of the Council of Europe has proposed to the UN Secretary General to organise an international conference on issues related to artificial intelligence and the dangers for democracy from its indiscriminate use

    Roussopoulos and Guterres meet in New York, discuss artificial intelligence
  • Greek Tourism Booms with 6-7% Rise in Bookings This Season

    Greek Tourism Booms with 6-7% Rise in Bookings This Season

    Data from ITB Berlin highlights Crete and Rhodes as the top-performing destinations, maintaining their strong appeal among European travelers with double-digit booking increases.

    Greek Tourism Booms with 6-7% Rise in Bookings This Season
  • Greece’s Defense Minister Unveils “Agenda 2030” Plan

    Greece’s Defense Minister Unveils “Agenda 2030” Plan

    A key component of this strategy includes the introduction of voluntary conscription for women, a long-overdue measure rooted in Law 705/1977 that had previously gone unimplemented.

    Greece’s Defense Minister Unveils “Agenda 2030” Plan
  • Afrodite Latinopoulou Sparks Controversy with Fiery Speech on Illegal Immigration at European Parliament

    Afrodite Latinopoulou Sparks Controversy with Fiery Speech on Illegal Immigration at European Parliament

    She addressed what she described as the twin crises of illegal immigration and the Islamization of Europe. Her remarks, which drew sharp reactions from fellow parliamentarians, called for stringent measures to curb immigration and initiate mass deportations.

    Afrodite Latinopoulou Sparks Controversy with Fiery Speech on Illegal Immigration at European Parliament
  • Greek Trade Deficit at €2.8 Billion in January: ELSTAT

    Greek Trade Deficit at €2.8 Billion in January: ELSTAT

    According to ELSTAT data, the value of imports excluding petroleum products in January 2025 rose by €459.7 million, or 9.9%, while the value excluding both petroleum products and ships increased by €472.4 million, or 10.2%, compared to January 2024.

    Greek Trade Deficit at €2.8 Billion in January: ELSTAT
  • Santorini’s Seismic Risk Diminishes: Expert Assures Safety Ahead of Tourist Season

    Santorini’s Seismic Risk Diminishes: Expert Assures Safety Ahead of Tourist Season

    He reassured that the likelihood of a significant earthquake, specifically a magnitude 6 event, is decreasing. This reduction is attributed to the high frequency of smaller earthquakes, with Santorini experiencing over a thousand minor quakes in a single day, which has effectively released seismic energy from the area.

    Santorini’s Seismic Risk Diminishes: Expert Assures Safety Ahead of Tourist Season
  • ENFIA 2025 Property Tax Statements Now Available on Taxisnet

    ENFIA 2025 Property Tax Statements Now Available on Taxisnet

    Properties valued at up to 500,000 euros that are insured against earthquakes, fires, and floods for the entire duration of 2024 will receive a 20% discount, double the 10% offered last year.

    ENFIA 2025 Property Tax Statements Now Available on Taxisnet