Greece’s finance minister and newly appointed head of the Eurogroup paid a courtesy visit to the Archbishop of Athens, marking an early public engagement following his appointment

Bulgaria will become the 21st European country to adopt the euro from Jan. 1, marking a historic milestone for the country, European institutions said in statements welcoming the newest member of the single currency bloc. The European Central Bank described the move as a significant opportunity for citizens and businesses across the euro zone, noting […]

Prosperity, geopolitical power, utilitarian benefits, and democracy

Following Australia’s new law restricting social media for children under 16, several European nations are exploring similar measures to protect minors from online risks, with proposals ranging from age verification apps to parental consent requirements.

The one-sided focus on guarding the eastern borders has been repeatedly highlighted by Athens, with Kyriakos Mitsotakis regularly stressing the need to prioritize actions such as advancing the project of a European anti-missile shield

The distinction crowns a year of sustained progress for the young Greek, who impressed consistently across Europe’s most demanding junior tournaments.

A new Metron Analysis survey reveals that while most Greeks are critical of the European Union’s current influence and functioning, a majority favor deeper integration and stronger EU powers to address global challenges

In a kitchen with aging equipment and limited resources, Iakovos Apergis has spent two decades proving that hospital patients deserve more than the bare minimum—they deserve dignity on a plate

Visibly moved, His Eminence Seraphim, the Metropolitan of Piraeus, expressed his deep gratitude to the Alter Ego president, referring to an "unwavering contribution" that exemplifies a consistent way of life and not a one-off act

For almost three decades, Make-A-Wish Greece has been standing by children in the country with serious illnesses, turning their wishes into strength and courage, and transforming the notion of "I wish" into "I can"

China said the rates will be set based on a percentage of a product's value, determined by the Customs Tariff Commission.

Beauty products, fashion items and electronics remain the most popular gift categories across the EU, though preferences vary significantly by country.

We must boldly pursue deeper integration, ensuring European sovereignty and respect for fundamental values and rights

From August 2026, travelers without the new national identity card will no longer be able to travel within the European Union, as authorities urge citizens to book appointments early amid heavy demand

Greece’s finance minister and newly elected president of the Eurogroup, Kyriakos Pierrakakis, said in a Facebook post that he took part for the first time in a meeting of G7 finance ministers, representing the euro zone. Pierrakakis attended the final G7 finance ministers’ meeting of 2025, held under Canada’s presidency, ahead of France taking over […]

French president says Europe must be ready to engage with Russia if U.S.-led Ukraine peace efforts fail, highlighting the risk of being sidelined and rising war fatigue among EU nations

The French president says a one-month postponement could allow the EU and Mercosur to agree on stronger protections for farmers, as protests and political divisions across Europe cloud the future of the long-negotiated trade pact

Facing divisions over using frozen Russian assets, EU leaders opted to raise money against the bloc’s budget to keep Kyiv financed for the next two years, while leaving Russian funds frozen pending potential war reparations.

Greece recorded the second-fastest expansion in card usage among the EU’s 27 member states over the 2015–2024 period, according to a new study by the Foundation for Economic and Industrial Research (IOBE). The study highlights a steady decline in overall cash usage, differing intensities of electronic payments across transaction categories, and the continued positive impact […]