The Bank of Greece has raised its inflation forecast for 2024 to 2.9%, up from a previous estimate of 2.5%, suggesting that price pressures will remain higher than initially anticipated.

These regulations aim to ensure a peaceful environment for residents and visitors alike, particularly during the warm months when daily routines often shift to accommodate the heat.

ID holders will use their personal number in lieu of their Tax ID or Greek social security number when interacting with public sector services.

Greece will now offer lower electricity rates between 11:00-15:00 and 02:00-04:00.

American think tanks GMF and CSIS, hinted at potential collaborations with U.S. tech giants to capitalize on these future data center facilities in Western Macedonia.

Stavros Katsikadis, President of the Greek Marinas Association, emphasized the significant economic impact of marina development.

According to the Hellenic National Meteorological Service (EMY), heavy rain and thunderstorms are forecast for western and southern Crete from late Tuesday night, April 1, into Wednesday morning, April 2.

Greece's FM George Gerapetritis may also have a call with U.S. national security advisor Mike Waltz.

Retail trade turnover in Greece saw a 2.5% increase in December 2024, according to data released by the Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT). In January 2025, the General Turnover Index recorded a 2.5% increase compared to January 2024. Compared to December 2024, it recorded a significant decline of 18.4%. Similarly, the General Volume Index, which measures […]

Taxpayers who submit their returns by April 30 will benefit from an increased tax discount of 4% if they opt for a lump-sum payment by July 31, 2025.

In 2007, the Trump Organization explored the possibility of constructing a skyscraper complex and casino at the former Ellinikon Airport site in Athens.

In the 3rd installment of our “Ambassadors Series”, ΤΟ ΒΗΜΑ International Edition “journeys” to Scandinavia to discuss current affairs issues and explore the prospects of strengthening bonds between Greece and Sweden with Mr. Håkan Emsgård. Appointed as his country’s top diplomat in Greece in January 2025, Mr. Håkan Emsgård tells us about how he plans […]

Mitsotakis held meetings with officials from Israel’s Ministry of Defense (SIBAT) and senior representatives of the Israeli defense industry.

Jules Dassin was an exile, an artist, a rebel. Blacklisted in Hollywood during the McCarthy era, he found refuge in France and then in Greece, where he built a new life, shaping its cultural landscape through film and theater.

Scattered showers are expected in Athens throughout the day with temperatures between 12-20°C.

This system calculates the benefit amount under both the current and new frameworks, ensuring recipients receive either the same or a higher amount under the pilot scheme.

According to the committee’s experts, heavy rainfall and thunderstorms will affect most parts of eastern Greece from Monday through Wednesday.

“Every parent of an autistic child fears the same thing: ‘What will happen after I’m gone?’ There is nothing reliable or well-organized provided by the state.”

Greece recycles less than 20% of its waste and landfills over 75%. Can EU pressure, island pilot projects, and global momentum help shift Greece to a circular model?

The signing took place in the presence of the French Ambassador to Greece, Laurence Auer.