Deputy Finance Minister Papathanasis at the 11th Delphi Economic Forum: Greece leads the EU in Recovery Fund disbursements, with €1.2B secured and an 8th request due in May. "Not a single euro will be lost," he pledged.

Greece has now received a total of 24.6 billion euros from the fund—equivalent to 68.5% of its overall allocation—marking steady progress in the implementation of its national recovery plan.

Six years after its launch, the EU’s post-COVID recovery fund struggles with bureaucracy, slow disbursements, and skill gaps, leaving billions unpaid and long-term economic reforms still incomplete

With political stability, strong growth prospects, and thriving sectors from energy to pharma and defense, Greece is once again drawing the attention of international funds seeking high returns and long-term opportunities

An agreement between Greece and the EU ensures that funds for urban planning studies will be secured, with early projects in Mykonos and Santorini set for public consultation

Athens must meet strict milestones by August 2026 to avoid losing EU Recovery Fund money, with billions still to be absorbed despite steady progress so far

A flagship plan to boost Greek universities with EU recovery funds has collapsed into delays, dubious reviews, and legal threats—leaving the country’s brightest researchers furious and preparing for court

The successful 6th request in the framework of the EU recovery fund is a testament to the progress of various projects and reforms focusing on critical fields.