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Greece Extends Labor Contract Suspension Period for Covid-hit Tourism Businesses

Greek tourism business employers impacted by Covid-19 will still be able in August and September to suspend employee contracts.

Posted On 10 Aug 2020

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XRTC: Greek Coastal Shipping Sector Sailing Uncharted Waters

Greece’s coastal shipping industry needs to find ways to remain above water as it faces the unprecedented challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic, according to XRTC Business Consultants.

Posted On 10 Aug 2020

, By Maria Paravantes

Greek PM Vows to Support Tourism Sector Work Force

Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis said the state would support tourism sector employees who have been affected by the Covid-19 pandemic.

Posted On 07 Aug 2020

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US Urges Citizens to ‘Reconsider’ Travel to Greece Due to Covid-19

The US State Department has issued a new advisory for Greece urging its citizens to reconsider plans for travel due to increasing cases of Covid-19.

Posted On 07 Aug 2020

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Covid-19 Restrictions Imposed on Greek Island of Poros

Greek health authorities have announced emergency restrictions for the island of Poros, after at least 13 people were found to be positive to Covid-19.

Posted On 07 Aug 2020

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Greek Government Spokesman Stelios Petsas. Photo source: media.gov.gr

Greek Authorities Mull Harsher Covid-19 Measures for August 15 Holiday

Greek health authorities may announce harsher measures against Covid-19, ahead of the August 15 holiday which marks the largest mass exodus of the year in Greece.

Posted On 06 Aug 2020

, By GTP editing team

Photo source: European Parliament / © Antic/AdobeStock

Report: Greek SMEs Feel the Covid-19 Effect

The outbreak of Covid-19 has impacted Greece’s small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) as much as the economic crisis in 2009, says the National Bank of Greece.

Posted On 06 Aug 2020

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Health Ministry representative Professor Sotiris Tsiodras and Greek Deputy Minister of Civil Protection and Crisis Management Nikos Hardalias. Photo source: civilprotection.gr

Greek Health Expert Explains Rise in Covid-19 Cases

Greek infectious diseases professor Sotiris Tsiodras gave explanations regarding the sudden increase of confirmed Covid-19 cases in Greece.

Posted On 05 Aug 2020

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Greek PM Urges Persistent Vigilance Against Covid-19

Greece's PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis urged Greeks to adhere to hygiene measures, in an attempt to encourage more vigilance in view of surging Covid-19 cases in the country.

Posted On 05 Aug 2020

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Greek Hoteliers See Dismal Year Ahead Due to Covid-19

Hellenic Hoteliers Federation President Grigoris Tasios has painted a gloomy picture for Greece’s hospitality sector, which has been hard hit by the Covid-19 pandemic.

Posted On 05 Aug 2020

, By GTP editing team

Study Reveals Covid-19 Impact on Greece’s Source Markets

An INSETE study reveals the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Greece's source markets and the rollover effect on tourism.

Posted On 04 Aug 2020

, By GTP editing team

Covid-19: WHO Advises on Travel but Warns ‘Way Out is Long’

The World Health Organization is urging governments to be vigilant and carefully assess their strategies in the fight against Covid-19.

Posted On 04 Aug 2020

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Cyprus to Request Covid-19 Test Results from Greek Travelers

Greeks traveling to Cyprus will be required as of Thursday, August 6, to have undergone Covid-19 testing 72 hours prior to departure.

Posted On 03 Aug 2020

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Greece to Charge Tourists for Public Health Services

Tourists in Greece wishing to make use of public health services will soon have to pay a token sum, after the Greek parliament approves an amendment to a relevant bill.

Posted On 03 Aug 2020

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Airlines Want to Restart Travel with Joint US – EU Covid-19 Tests

Airline companies are calling on leaders to implement a common Covid-19 screening plan in efforts to resume travel between Europe and the US.

Posted On 23 Jul 2020

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European Commission: Long Road Ahead for EU Recovery

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said planned cuts in the Union’s upcoming long-term budget will be a “difficult pill to swallow".

Posted On 23 Jul 2020

, By GTP editing team

Greek Deputy Minister for Civil Protection and Crisis Management, Nikos Hardalias.

Greece Presents Data on Positive Covid-19 Cases from Inbound Travel

Greek authorities have conducted 127,900 Covid-19 tests since July 1, when Greece opened its borders to tourists, recording 295 confirmed cases in travelers.

Posted On 21 Jul 2020

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PM: Greece Gets €70bn in EU Covid-19 Recovery Funding

Greece secured at least €70 billion in funds to address the repercussions of the Covid-19 pandemic from an EU recovery plan of €750 billion agreed on in Brussels.

Posted On 21 Jul 2020

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Cyclades – Dodecanese Isles Winning Over Tourists After Covid-19

Between July 1-16, five Greek islands welcomed a total of 682 international flights and 89,560 travelers, according to data provided by the South Aegean Region.

Posted On 21 Jul 2020

, By GTP editing team