Between Jan. and Dec. 2025, airports nationwide handled 83.33 million passengers, up from 79.42 million in the same period of 2024, underscoring the continued momentum of Greece’s aviation sector.
Greece’s Prime Minister emphasizes strict conditions for involvement in Trump’s proposed Peace Council while leaving the door open for US cooperation on Gaza reconstruction
After weeks of nationwide disruptions, farmers in northern Greece are returning to their fields, even as new polling shows broad public backing for both their demands and their protest tactics, keeping pressure on the government
A new unemployment benefits system will take effect from April, with eligibility rules and maximum payouts revised for second-time recipients and those completing prior benefit periods
The governor of the Bank of Greece (BoG), Yiannis Stournaras, said the country’s economic growth should not rely solely on private consumption, adding that steady investment flows are required to maintain positive rates. Speaking at the Hellenic Institute of Customer Service (HICS), the central banker covered a wide range of issues related to the domestic […]
Greece remains the most favorite tourist destination for Finns, a fact confirmed by the plan of Finland’s flag carrier, Finnair, to add direct flights to Greece’s second largest city, Thessaloniki. The Greek Tourism Organization (EOT) was present at the MATKA TRAVEL FAIR 2026 in Helsinki with a pavillion, attracting a great number visitors who were […]
The average hourly wage in Greece reached just 11.3 PPS in 2024, compared with 15.3 in Central and Eastern Europe and over 20 in the EU periphery.
Greek authorities say biosecurity measures, not vaccination, remain the only proven strategy to control goat and sheep pox. European guidelines confirm no approved vaccines exist, and improper vaccination could harm trade and prolong outbreaks
In Greece, the average daily rate (ADR) declined by 3%, from 143 euros in 2024 to 139 euros in 2025, broadly in line with trends seen elsewhere in Europe.
In some regions, schools will open later than usual. Classes will begin at 9:00 a.m. in Lamia, Kastoria, Argos Orestiko, Agrafa and the Municipality of Prespes, while in Florina the school bell will ring at 9:15 a.m.
Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapetritis outlined Greece’s positions on Greenland, a proposed peace council, relations with Turkey, and future maritime boundaries, stressing international law, EU unity, and continued dialogue
Severe storms triggered deadly flooding, transport disruptions, and power outages across Greece, killing two people as authorities warn that dangerous weather conditions, though easing, are expected to persist in parts of the country through Thursday.
Rising gas and power costs across the EU, driven by extreme weather, low reserves and market volatility, are weighing heavily on households and businesses, with Greece facing some of the steepest electricity prices in Europe
Local authorities warn residents to avoid unnecessary travel as snow depth surpasses 30 centimetres in mountainous areas, with road crews working continuously to keep key routes open and safe
The initiatives, include educational videos and podcasts, the organization of workshops, conferences and training seminars, and the development of modern, accessible informational material on capital markets and financial literacy.
According to officials at the Ministry of Finance, the measure is designed to push a significant number of vacant homes back onto the market, boosting supply and helping to curb rising rental and sale prices.
The traffic police have imposed a ban on the circulation of motorcycles, caravans, and empty high-sided trucks on the Rio–Antirrio Bridge due to hazardous wind conditions.
Greece posts strong late-season tourism gains in 2025 as global travel rebounds and visitor spending hits record levels.
The Ministry of Labor has also announced a package of extraordinary measures for the private sector, effective Wednesday, January 21, aimed at safeguarding employees in regions expected to experience extreme conditions.
Strong winds reaching up to gale force have triggered a nationwide sailing ban, grounding ferries at major ports, suspending key sea routes and forcing traffic restrictions on the Rio–Antirrio bridge