Tag: Greece economy | Page 53

Valdis Dombrovskis, vice-president for the Euro and Social Dialogue and Pierre Moscovici, European Commissioner for Economic and Financial Affairs. Photo Source: European Union , 2018 / Benas Gerdziunas

EU Approves of ‘Enhanced Surveillance’ for Post-bailout Greece

The European Commission presented an “enhanced surveillance" framework in order to support Greece in its post-bailout efforts to return to “normalcy”.

Posted On 11 Jul 2018

, By GTP editing team

Greek Islanders Can Now Claim Transport Discounts

Residents of 49 Greek islands can now claim transportation discounts as announced earlier this year, by registering on the newly launched "Metaforiko Isodynamo" platform.

Posted On 10 Jul 2018

, By GTP editing team

Greek Gov’t Eyeing PPP Deals for Development of 10 Ports

Greece aims to develop 10 ports belonging to the country’s assets fund, through public-private partnerships (PPPs), according to Secretary-General for Port Policy Christos Lambridis.

Posted On 09 Jul 2018

, By GTP editing team

Austrian Seniors Choose Greece for Holidays

All the more Austrian seniors are choosing Greek destinations for their holidays with two retiree groups having already booked for the 2019-2020 period.

Posted On 06 Jul 2018

, By GTP editing team

Tax, Labor Squads Target Greek Tourism Businesses for Violations

Tax and labor officials have stepped up inspections at accommodation and F&B services across Greece, with a primary focus on popular tourist destinations.

Posted On 05 Jul 2018

, By GTP editing team

Greece-based CEOs: Tourism, Food Services to Top Investor Interest

Tourism and F&B services are the key areas of interest for investors seeking to place their money in Greece, according to market experts and company CEOs.

Posted On 04 Jul 2018

, By GTP editing team

European Commissioner for Economic and Financial Affairs Pierre Moscovici. Photo Source: @ Pierre Moscovici

Minister Calls on Moscovici to Include Greek Tourism in EU Budget Planning

Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura called on European Commissioner Pierre Moscovici to include Greek tourism in the planning of the EU budget beyond 2020.

Posted On 04 Jul 2018

, By GTP editing team

Greek Consumer Confidence Weaker in June, Says IOBE

The economic climate in Greece showed signs of decline in June, down to 102.5 points from 104.2 in May, according to the Foundation for Economic & Industrial Research (IOBE).

Posted On 03 Jul 2018

, By GTP editing team

Greece’s Public Revenue Body Issues Traveler Rights Guide

Duty free sales, VAT exemption and cash limits are some of the issues covered in a newly released guide by Greece’s Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE), for travelers visiting the country.

Posted On 02 Jul 2018

, By GTP editing team

Mykonos island, Greece. Photo source Pixabay

Greece Top Choice for Luxury Holiday Home Rental in the Med

Interest for high-end properties on the Greek islands of Mykonos, Santorini, and Paros is peaking this summer, according to an annual report released by Algean Property.

Posted On 02 Jul 2018

, By GTP editing team

Multi-billion-euro Hellinikon Deal Hinging on Casino License

The Greek government must announce a casino license tender by August 31, in order to conclude the privatization of Hellinikon by the end of the year.

Posted On 02 Jul 2018

, By GTP editing team

YES to Shipping Forum Reaches Out to Greece’s Next Generation

Aiming to reach out to the younger generation and offer training opportunities, the “YES To Shipping Forum 2018” was recently held within the Ρosidonia Exhibition in Athens.

Posted On 25 Jun 2018

, By GTP editing team

Sting Thanks Greece for Aiding Refugees while Others ‘Build Walls’

British singer-songwriter Sting praised Greece for setting the bright example and stepping up to support the thousands of migrants arriving in the country.

Posted On 25 Jun 2018

, By GTP editing team

Christine Lagarde, Managing Director of the IMF; Pierre Moscovici, European Commissioner for Economic and Financial Affairs, Taxation and Customs; Mario Centeno, President of the Eurogroup; and Klaus Regling, European Stability Mechanism Managing Director. Copyright: European Union

Greece Gets Eurogroup Green Light to Exit Debt Program

Greece will receive its final 15-billion-euro bailout tranche after successfully completing its fourth assessment and will exit its nearly eight-year-long aid program on August 20.

Posted On 22 Jun 2018

, By GTP editing team

Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens Aims for March 2019

The fully renovated and extended Astir Palace in Vouliagmeni, is set to open for business in March 2019, with the seal of approval of the Four Seasons hotel brand.

Posted On 19 Jun 2018

, By GTP editing team

Alpha Bank: Greek Tourism Going Strong, Boosting Employment

Tourism and manufacturing production will continue to drive economic growth rates for Greece, according to an Alpha Bank report for the first four months of 2018.

Posted On 18 Jun 2018

, By GTP editing team

Greek Tourism Developments on SETE Brussels Agenda

Ways to attract higher quality visitors and bring in investments topped the agenda of talks between the Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE) and EU officials.

Posted On 14 Jun 2018

, By GTP editing team

Commitment to Reforms Key to Regaining Investors’ Trust in Greece, Says ESM Head

Commitment to economic reforms is vital if Greece wants to attract foreign investments, said the head of the European Stability Mechanism (ESM), Klaus Regling.

Posted On 14 Jun 2018

, By GTP editing team