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Athens boosted by Lagarde's comments on primary surplus, but no move due for now
PoliticsGreek Politics-be European Central Bank president Christine Lagarde, even though Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has put... she was simply repeating the position that the IMF has held for many years, including when the third... the presidency of the ECB on November 1 and at a time that the new Greek government has been sounding
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Athens seeking Mitsotakis-Erdogan talks as Ankara suggests arbitration for disputes
PoliticsForeign Policyintends to make a substantial re-start in Greek–Turkish relations he has to prove it through actions... numerous behind-the-scenes talks between the two sides, but no government has ever suggested openly any... the differences with Turkey has always been a kind of taboo. Greek governments have always favoured the so
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ND unveils development bill it sees as catalyst for growth
PoliticsGreek PoliticsThe government has unveiled its development bill, which New Democracy hopes will act as a catalyst... results Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has promised. The large document has been put to public..., as well as the more and better-paid jobs, that Mitsotakis has promised voters. Critics are certain
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Economic sentiment edges down to 107.2, consumer confidence continues to rise
EconomyMacroeconomy, European Commission (EC) figures showed on Friday. As of August’s reading, the index has remained above 100 points for seven consecutive months. Compared to September 2018, the ESI has increased by 6.6... of 3.2 points noted in April 2000. Compared to September 2018, consumer confidence has shown a notable
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Athens takes stock after PM's first talks with Erdogan, Balkan leaders
PoliticsForeign PolicyMediterranean, Foreign Minister Nikos Dendias has expressed the government’s intention to cooperate with Turkey in the sectors of Tourism and Energy. Speaking to Bloomberg, Nikos Dendias has said “we need..., stressing the need for both communities to reach a compromise. He has also talked about “gunboat diplomacy
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ND and SYRIZA square up as Novartis inquiry gets underway
PoliticsGreek Politicswas due to begin on Tuesday. The issue has provided the greatest flashpoint during New Democracy’s... issue, Novartis has been the only item on the political agenda that has fuelled friction between the government and the opposition since the national elections. During this time, SYRIZA has mostly
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Economic sentiment eases to 106.7 in Oct, industry and construction confidence improve
EconomyMacroeconomyCommission (EC) figures showed on Wednesday. As of October’s reading, the index has remained above 100 points for eight consecutive months. Compared to October 2018, the ESI has increased by 6.3...-on-month and came to -8.4 in October. Compared to October 2018, consumer confidence has shown
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Mitsotakis aims to cultivate Chinese investment, trade opportunities
PoliticsGreek PoliticsAn extended trip to China has provided Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis with the opportunity... it offers, Mitsotakis has been accompanied by representatives of almost 70 Greek businesses and several top... leader reportedly said during the meeting. The Greek leader has highlighted during his trip
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Economic sentiment at 107 in November, consumer confidence continues to strengthen
EconomyMacroeconomyCommission (EC) figures showed on Thursday. As of November’s reading, the index has remained above 100 points for nine consecutive months. Compared to November 2018, the ESI has increased by 6 points...-on-month and came to -6.8 in November. Compared to November 2018, consumer confidence has shown
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PM outlines social dividend plans as Tsipras points way for SYRIZA
PoliticsGreek Politicsto a close on Sunday, Mitsotakis addressed the issue that has dominated media coverage over the past... could be as little as 100-200 million euros (Mitsotakis did not specify), the issue has featured... and acting as an “irresponsible observer.” Although the government has already taken a hard line
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