The initiative aims to build on a sector that currently employs about 1,200 people across 35 companies, as the EU seeks to strengthen its semiconductor industry and reduce dependence on foreign suppliers.

Following Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis' visit to Saudi Arabia, the government declined to say whether he raised concerns over the Mecca Pact. The spokesman also addressed the Greece-Cyprus power cable and a dispute over St. Catherine's Monastery

The government and refiners will split a 40-cent-per-liter discount, bringing the estimated starting price to €1.55. Ministers also confirmed a 30% increase in heating allowances as households face higher energy costs.

The Mitsotakis administration insists the U.S. ambassador’s removal is an internal American matter, while opposition parties demand answers over allegations of political interference, her ties to powerful interests and the government’s response to the controversy

The budget shows VAT receipts running well above target even as high fuel prices curb consumption and weigh on excise-tax revenue

In the preliminary 2027 budget, inflation is now expected to average 3.8% in 2026, but the government is holding to a 2% growth forecast and counting on tourism, investment and household support to cushion the impact.

Migration Minister Thanos Plevris is also working with four other EU governments on plans to send rejected asylum seekers outside the bloc, as the U.N. refugee agency warns that access to asylum is a right governments cannot selectively set aside

Budget data for the first half of 2026 show inflation has become one of Athens's most reliable revenue streams, leaving Greek households to foot a bill the state has no plan to lower before the Thessaloniki fair in September

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is reportedly trying to balance party discipline with a growing political clash involving opposition leader Zoe Konstantopoulou, as internal criticism emerges within the ruling New Democracy party

The government unveiled temporary fuel support, supermarket price reductions and new investment funding, while warning that prolonged wars in the Middle East and Ukraine could drive higher inflation this winter

Greece's Rebrain Greece program heads to London for the third time, attempting to woo highly skilled Greek professionals in the U.K. back hom

A small group of students gathered outside Greece’s government headquarters to oppose proposed higher education changes, with brief tensions reported between protesters and police during the demonstration

Government hints at possible economic support for households as officials await surplus data, with announcements potentially imminent if fiscal conditions allow.

Lawmakers face a tense decision over lifting MPs’ immunity in the OPEKEPE probe, exposing divisions within the ruling party and raising the stakes in Parliament

Government spokesperson Pavlos Marinakis dismissed snap election scenarios, stressing stability amid regional turmoil and signaling the government’s intent to complete its full term.

The government prepares to defend temporary profit caps on fuel and supermarket goods as lawmakers debate the measure this week amid rising inflation concerns

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis launched a nine-month national dialogue on overhauling secondary education, with a proposed National Diploma expected to reshape university admissions from 2027-28

Prime Minister Mitsotakis convenes top officials to enforce biosecurity measures, as authorities work to contain the outbreak and prevent further spread among livestock

Deputy Prime Minister Kostis Hatzidakis unveiled a year-end report and a 30-point reform plan, signaling tax relief, infrastructure upgrades and digital reforms

Officials say no further concessions will follow as farmers continue protests and reject dialogue, despite new measures on energy costs, fuel taxes, and subsidies.