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Parliament Approves Greek Tourism Agreements with Portugal, Egypt, Cyprus and Kazakhstan

The Greek parliament has approved agreements on tourism issues between Greece and four countries.

Posted On 13 Nov 2020

Greece to Offer 50% Tax Cut in Bid to Attract Workers from Abroad

Greece is preparing a law that will offer tax incentives to professionals who decide to work in the country and move their tax residence there.

Posted On 13 Nov 2020

, By GTP editing team

Greek Consumers Group Issues Guidelines for Canceled Trips Due to Covid-19 Lockdown

Greece's Union for Working Consumers (EEKE) informs the public on their options in case they are forced to cancel a planned trip as a result of Covid-19 restrictions.

Posted On 10 Nov 2020

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Greece’s Second Lockdown is in Response to Pressure on Healthcare System

Sotiris Tsiodras, epidemiologist and head of the Greek government’s Covid-19 health committee, explains why Greece went into a second lockdown.

Posted On 06 Nov 2020

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Greece’s Relief Package for 2nd Covid-19 Lockdown: €3.3bn for Businesses, Workers

The Greek Finance Ministry will release 3.3 billion euros in aid to support businesses and workers impacted by Greece's second Covid-19 lockdown.

Posted On 05 Nov 2020

, By Maria Paravantes

Tourism Employees in Greece to Get Covid-19 Support

The Greek Labor Ministry has announced support for tourism businesses and employees impacted by Covid-19 containment measures

Posted On 05 Nov 2020

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Greece Aiming to Make Recycling Routine with 5 Reforms

The Greek Environment Ministry has tabled a draft bill for public consultation, with five key points aiming at making recycling a routine practice.

Posted On 05 Nov 2020

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Emergency Funding for Greek Tour Bus Professionals Approved

The Greek government has approved the allocation of some 21 million euros for the relief of tour bus enterprises that suffered revenue loss due to Covid-19.

Posted On 04 Nov 2020

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Growing Concerns in Attica Over Soaring Covid-19 Incidents

In view of the continuously rising Covid-19 cases in Attica, Greek authorities have not ruled out the possibility of lockdown measures in the region.

Posted On 04 Nov 2020

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Greece Announces Second Round of Covid-19 Relief Measures

The Greek government will release a package 2.5 billion euros in relief aid for business activities and employees impacted by the new Covid-19 measures.

Posted On 04 Nov 2020

, By Maria Paravantes

Covid-19: Countries in Europe Battle Second Wave with Restrictions, Lockdowns

One by one European countries announce harsher measures - including full lockdowns -in efforts to contain the second wave of the coronavirus pandemic.

Posted On 04 Nov 2020

, By Eleftheria Pantziou

Greece Prepares Tourism Plan for Quake-hit Samos

The Greek Tourism Ministry is planning actions to promote the quake-hit island of Samos as a tourist destination in the coming year.

Posted On 03 Nov 2020

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Greece Ponders Changes to Golden Visa Scheme

Τhe Greek government is examining changes to its golden visa program in an effort to safeguard the property market and curb shady activity.

Posted On 03 Nov 2020

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Greek Professionals Welcome Aid for Covid-19 Tour Bus Losses

Greek tourism enterprises operating buses have welcomed the approval of 20 million euros in aid to cover Covid-19-related losses in July and August.

Posted On 30 Oct 2020

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EU Leaders Step Up Fight Against Covid-19 with More Testing and Tracing

Keeping borders open and increasing rapid Covid-19 testing and tracing are at the top of the agenda of EU leaders.

Posted On 30 Oct 2020

, By Maria Paravantes

Finance Minister: Greek Recovery Plan to Focus on 12 Key Areas

Greece’s post-Covid-19 recovery plan, currently being drawn up, will focus on 12 key areas, according to Greek Finance Minister Christos Staikouras.

Posted On 30 Oct 2020

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Vouliagmeni Marina to Get Upgrade to Accommodate Super and Mega Yachts

The Vouliagmeni marina, located south of Athens’ center, is set to undergo major upgrade works with the aim to attract super and mega yachts.

Posted On 30 Oct 2020

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EU Announces More Measures Against Covid-19 Resurgence

Τhe European Commission has announced an additional set of actions to help limit the spread of the coronavirus, save lives and strengthen the internal market's resilience.

Posted On 29 Oct 2020

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New Covid-19 Plan for Greece After Thessaloniki, Rodopi, Larissa Go ‘Red’

A new round of month-long measures aimed at curbing the resurgence of Covid-19 in Greece, will be announced by Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis on Friday.

Posted On 29 Oct 2020

, By Maria Paravantes