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Economy Minister: Greece to See Signs of Growth, More Investments in 2017

The Greek economy will mark the first signs of growth this year and see an increase in investments, according to Economy and Development Minister Dimitris Papadimitriou.

Posted On 26 Jun 2017

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IOBE: Thessaloniki Port Privatization to Bring in €1.6bn in Next Decade

The privatization of the Thessaloniki Port Authority is expected to contribute to GDP growth in Greece by up to 1.6 billion euros by 2026, IOBE think-tank says.

Posted On 22 Jun 2017

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Greece’s Deal with Creditors Puts Tourism, Business Sectors at Ease

Greek tourism professionals hope that the deal reached between Greece and its lenders will lift the lingering uncertainty and allow tourism to grow.

Posted On 16 Jun 2017

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Limited Investment Thwarting Greece’s Recovery, Report Says

Pulling Greece out of investment stagnancy must involve carefully planned policies that will be implemented with consistency, a PwC report says.

Posted On 15 Jun 2017

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Omonia Square. Photo © George A. Voudouris

Three More Central Athens Hotels in the Pipeline

A tender for the long-term lease of three properties in central Athens is expected to be announced by the Bageios Foundation in the coming months.

Posted On 14 Jun 2017

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PwC: Transport, Tourism & Energy Projects Key for Growth in Greece

Transport infrastructure, upgrading, building and completing key tourism related projects are among the priorities the Greek government must implement to see growth, according to a PwC report.

Posted On 13 Jun 2017

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Greek Tourism Sector Created 7 in 10 New Jobs in May

The tourism sector accounted for seven in ten new jobs for the month of May, according to data from the Greek Labor Ministry’s Ergani system.

Posted On 08 Jun 2017

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Economist Summit: Greece Can Grow Financially Strong in Next Decade

Greece can achieve investments of 55 billion euros in the next eight years, according to George Tsopelas senior partner and MD at McKinsey & Co Greece & Cyprus.

Posted On 06 Jun 2017

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Greece Almost Last on IMD’s 2017 Competitiveness Ranking

The tedious negotiations between Greece and its lenders have taken a toll on the competitiveness of the country, which ranks 57th among 63 countries.

Posted On 01 Jun 2017

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More Austerity for the Greeks: Parliament Approves Reforms

A highly debated bill was passed in Greek parliament, which includes stringent austerity measures, such as pension cuts and a lower income tax threshold.

Posted On 19 May 2017

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Tabled Bill Foresees Athens, Thessaloniki Shops Open Every Sunday

Shops in certain areas of Athens, Thessaloniki and Piraeus can remain open on all Sundays between May and October, according to a draft law.

Posted On 17 May 2017

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Greek Finance Ministry Eases Capital Controls

The Greek finance ministry announced the further relaxation of capital controls, which have been in effect in Greece since June 2015.

Posted On 16 May 2017

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Greece Set to Receive €2bn in EBRD Funding by 2018

Greece will receive up to 2 billion euros in European Bank for Reconstruction and Development funding by 2018. The financial institution will continue investing until 2020.

Posted On 12 May 2017

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Greece Retail Trade Opposed to Sunday Shop Opening

Greece's major retail trade players are expressing their opposition to a recent decision by the government to keep shops open on 30 Sundays a year.

Posted On 08 May 2017

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Greek PM Visit to China Set to Pave Way for Investments

Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras is expected to sign a three-year agreement with Chinese officials to attract investment to Greece, during his visit to Beijing in May.

Posted On 02 May 2017

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IOBE Trims Greece’s Growth Forecast Due to Lagging Bailout Progress

The Greek economy will grow by up to 1.5 percent in 2017, below January forecasts, as the lingering bailout negotiation process continues to fuel uncertainty.

Posted On 26 Apr 2017

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Zakynthos Island - Greece, airplane at Dionysios Solomos airport. Photo source: panoramio.com

Commission: Fraport Greek Airports Deal in Line with EU Law

Greek government agreements with Fraport Greece for the management of 14 regional airports are in accordance with EU law, the European Commission said.

Posted On 20 Mar 2017

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Delphi Economic Forum II to Focus on Sustainability & Growth

The Delphi Economic Forum II brings academics and scientists to share their "Outlook for Greece and the Region Vision 2020-2030" on March 2-5.

Posted On 22 Feb 2017

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The renewed exterior of Thessaloniki's Makedonia Airport, as presented by Fraport Greece.

Fraport Greece Holds Info Event Ahead of March 15 Airport Takeover

Fraport Greece is ready to take over management of 14 regional airports on March 15 and held a day event recently in order to present its ambitious plans.

Posted On 15 Feb 2017

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