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Govt looks for positives as it steps up vaccine rollout
PoliticsGreek Politicscurrently in place to be eased ahead of Greek Orthodox Easter on May 2. Two so-called “mega... governing pet ownership. Economic challenges Despite its efforts to exude positivity, New Democracy
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Industrial production down by 4.9 pct YoY in May but picks up from previous month
EconomyMacroeconomy, compared to a slightly downward revised drop of 7.8 percent year-on-year (YoY) in May, Hellenic... by 7.2 percent, following a rise of 2.9 percent in May. The annual movement in the index was driven.... The fall in output reportedly stemmed from a solid decrease in new business. Some firms connected
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Fuels propel 10.1% rise in retail sales for May despite volume drop
EconomyMacroeconomyThe growth of Greece’s retail sales accelerated with 10.1 percent year-on-year (YoY) rise in May.... The volume’s monthly movement was up by 3.3 percent. Compared to May 2025, automotive fuel was up... confidence had a solid rebound to -47.8 points, from -52.8 points in the previous month. Consumer
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Tourism jobs deliver highest April hiring balance on record at 124,365
EconomyMacroeconomywith 34,647 more hirings. The top four job roles are waiters, kitchen staff, cleaning staff
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Despite seasonal recruitment in accommodation and catering, hiring balance slows to 2,999 in July
EconomyMacroeconomypostings. The top five job roles are waiters, retail sales staff, kitchen staff, musicians
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Building activity starts 2023 with solid growth of 22 pct for permits
EconomyMacroeconomyBuilding permits started 2023 on a solid footing, thanks to a rise of 22.1 percent year-on-year (YoY) in January, after increasing by 16.1 percent in December, according to the data released by the Hellenic Statistical Agency (ELSAT) on Thursday. The total number of permits issued in January
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Solid Nov for car sales, which are up by 15.2 pct in 11M
EconomyMacroeconomyRoad motor vehicles going into circulation for the first time recorded another solid growth rate, growing strongly by 24.3 percent year-on-year (YoY), after a 38.9 percent rise in October, according to Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT) data released on Monday. In November 2022, the year
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Amid lack of communication, overflights add to Greek-Turkish tension
PoliticsForeign Policy, they allegedly launched a flare which landed on Greek soil. These two incidents may not be part... on the sidelines of NATO Summit, in London in early December. Libya concerns Athens is also closely monitoring Turkey’s efforts to enhance and stabilise its presence in Libya, supporting the UN-recognised
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Athens assessing lay of land as Cyprus talks approach and UK seeks new role
PoliticsForeign Policymay also offer to put on hold its plans for Varosha as a concession. Additionally, it is expected...-Cypriot sides have many issues to consider ahead of new Cyprus talks. Libya developments Greece... and the Prime Minister of Libya by the Libyan Political Dialogue Forum in Geneva. A statement released
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Athens harbours big hopes for Egypt energy deal, keeps eye on Turkey's role
PoliticsForeign Policyfor Energy so it can be eligible for EU support funds. Egypt has completed interconnections with Libya... of Northern Cyprus. On the other hand, Cairo and Athens share a common line on the issue of Libya..., and the International Law of the Sea,” he said. The two ministers also discussed the issue of Libya
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