With energy prices surging, the government is holding another round of high level meetings, but officials say today's session is being framed as just a stock taking exercise, deferring any decisions until after this week's EU finance talks

Government insiders are betting that the pace of rolling out the new economic measures, could determine whether Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis can revive his party's standing after a lukewarm public reaction to his annual economic address at TIF

The national initiative covers food, household goods, school supplies, private-label products and meat, with average supplier discounts of about 7%. More than 90 suppliers and 12 supermarket chains have joined the program

The program will support vulnerable households and microbusinesses through energy upgrades, social housing, electric transport, and other measures, with projects beginning in 2026 and continuing through 2032

More than 80,000 families who missed the first payment could receive the emergency benefit automatically after final eligibility checks are completed

The government is finalizing a package focused on businesses, freelancers, pensioners and families, with decisions shaped by fiscal limits and a broader economic plan extending through 2030

More than 200,000 vulnerable households could receive a new food subsidy, while about 1.7 million people may qualify for an annual payment, with final amounts expected to be announced in September

Greece’s prime minister said prices for basic foods have already fallen this month and highlighted a new national agreement on price reductions, alongside initiatives to lower the cost of school supplies

Applicants ages 25 to 54 can apply for 12-month positions with Greece’s Public Employment Service, with gross monthly pay of up to €1,250 depending on their educational background

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced financial assistance, faster compensation procedures, and environmental restoration projects after the devastating wildfire that burned about 111,000 stremmas (27,400 acres) in Western Attica.

The government will fund an additional reduction in diesel prices as part of measures aimed at easing pressure on consumers and businesses affected by rising energy costs

Greek manufacturers are facing pressure over planned price reductions on essential goods as rising oil costs and energy uncertainty create new challenges ahead of the September measures.

Eligible beneficiaries of several government-backed home renovation and energy efficiency programs will now have until November 30, 2026, to complete approved projects under revised funding arrangements.

The government is weighing an increase to its annual support payment for around 1.7 million pensioners, with the final decision expected after the summer based on the country's fiscal performance.

Eligible recipients in Greece have until the end of July to use the balance on their Fuel Pass digital card. Any unused funds will be returned to the state once the deadline passes.

Development Minister Takis Theodorikakos says government measures to curb profiteering have reduced prices, while talks continue on further cuts for essential goods.

A €150 payment per child will be automatically credited to eligible households in two stages, with the first payments completed by June 30 and a second phase covering eligible newborns by August.

Government spokesperson Pavlos Marinakis outlined a series of policy initiatives during an update from Brussels, including a new consumer protection framework, a price comparison app, and expanded tourism subsidies alongside major infrastructure plans

From Airbnb curbs and rent rebates to debt restructuring and a €150-per-child payment, the legislation touches nearly every corner of the economy.

The new digital database will track welfare payments and social benefits received by citizens, aiming to strengthen oversight and reshape state support policies