Greece and Emirates Sign Strategic Tourism Memorandum in Dubai
The agreement introduces a new development pillar centered on sustainability and the extension of the tourist season.
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Greece Assumes UN Security Council Presidency for May
Greece Assumes UN Security Council Presidency for May
Greece’s UN envoy, Evangelos Sekeris, announced at a press conference that the presidency will prioritize maritime security and the protection of civilians in armed conflicts. A key event, an open debate on maritime security under the theme of international peace and security, is scheduled for May 20. This high-level meeting will be chaired by Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis.
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Greece Faces High Poverty Risk, Eurostat Reports
Greece Faces High Poverty Risk, Eurostat Reports
The figures align with recent Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT) data on deprivation, highlighting a persistent gap between Greece and the EU average. From 2023 to 2024, Greece’s at-risk population grew by 0.8%, adding over 80,000 individuals. Eurostat notes that official numbers likely understate the issue, as marginalized groups like the homeless, Roma, prisoners, and those in institutions or camps are often excluded from surveys.
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Celestyal Discovery becomes first ship in Greece to receive marine biofuel blend
Celestyal Discovery becomes first ship in Greece to receive marine biofuel blend
The locally produced blend combines conventional marine fuel with a second-generation biofuel derived from recycled used cooking oils. The innovation, created by Motor Oil’s subsidiary Verd, is fully compliant with the new ISO 8217:2024 standards and is credited with reducing CO₂ emissions by approximately 21%.
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Greece Rejects Refugee Returns from Germany
Greece Rejects Refugee Returns from Germany
Greek Immigration and Asylum Minister Makis Voridis told Skai news channel that accepting such returns is “out of the question” given Greece’s position as the EU’s second-highest host of refugees per capita, after Cyprus. “As long as there is no fair distribution of burdens within the European Union, Greece will not accept any returns,” Voridis stated, emphasizing that returns would not address the broader migration issue.
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Where Greece’s Tourists Come From: A Look at 2025’s Top Visitor Markets
Where Greece’s Tourists Come From: A Look at 2025’s Top Visitor Markets
The United Kingdom continues to hold the top spot as the largest source of incoming tourism, with 5.6 million seats booked for Greece this summer — up 2.2% from last year. This accounts for 20% of all international air traffic to Greece
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Study has revealed that Greece rank among the countries with the highest levels of loneliness in the world
A new study has revealed that Greece,Cyprus rank among the countries with the highest levels of loneliness in the world
The findings challenge common assumptions about who feels lonely—and where.
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Greek Women’s Water Polo Team Top in the World after 13-9 Win Over Hungary
Greek Women’s Water Polo Team Top in the World after 13-9 Win Over Hungary
The Greek team had previously defeated another tournament favorite, the Netherlands, to reach the final.
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Greece declares EEZ in Ionian Sea after unveiling maritime spatial plan
Greece declares EEZ in Ionian Sea after unveiling maritime spatial plan
The declaration, issued through a Presidential Decree, was published Thursday in the Government Gazette, just a day after the formal unveiling of the country’s comprehensive Maritime Spatial Planning (MSP) framework.
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Greece Ranks 8th Globally for High Parking Costs, Averaging €6 for Two Hours
Greece Ranks 8th Globally for High Parking Costs, Averaging €6 for Two Hours
This places Greece ahead of neighbors like Italy and Spain in parking costs, contributing to its ranking among the top 10 most stressful countries for drivers.
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Dendias: We are strengthening defence relations and strategic cooperation between Greece and France
Dendias: We are strengthening defence relations and strategic cooperation between Greece and France
Dendias called the meeting "fruitful and candid, in the framework of our long-standing, traditional bonds, common values, shared trust and mutual respect," saying it had reaffirmed "that Greece and France are close allies and friends and share the same perception regarding the developments in Europe and the wider region".
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French Armed Forces Minister Lecornu Visits Athens as Greece and France Deepen Strategic Defence Cooperation
French Armed Forces Minister Lecornu Visits Athens as Greece and France Deepen Strategic Defence Cooperation
"France is one of Greece's closest partners. In the sectors of defence and security we have established a very important strategic partnership, which is constantly deepening," Mitsotakis said, praising the levels of cooperation between the two countries.
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Greece to Acquire Fourth Belharra Frigate
Greece to Acquire Fourth Belharra Frigate
Notably, Dendias told reporters he will propose the acquisition of a fourth Belharra frigate to the Government Council for Foreign Affairs and Defense (KYSEA), with Lecornu expressing a “shared desire to move forward” with the proposal.
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The population decline in Greece by 2070 will approach 25%
The population decline in Greece by 2070 will approach 25%
The data was presented by the Head of the Employment Experts Unit, Eirini Andriopoulou, during a discussion on the demographic issue – “If the new generation decides not to have children, future pensions will be zero,” stated former Deputy Minister of Labor, Panos Tsakloglou
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Defence Min Dendias: Only third countries upholding EU values should participate in Common European Defence
Defence Min Dendias: Only third countries upholding EU values should participate in Common European Defence
The main themes of the Council were the ReArm Europe project, the White Paper on European Defence and the situation in Ukraine.
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Greece vows to spend €25 billion on armed forces overhaul centered on high-tech warfare technology
Greece vows to spend €25 billion on armed forces overhaul centered on high-tech warfare technology
Defense Minister Nikos Dendias told Parliament the overhaul will be built around a planned air defense system called “Achilles Shield,” primarily aimed at addressing tensions with neighboring Turkey.
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Fitch upgrades Greek banks – “Bonus” for National Bank and Eurobank
Fitch upgrades Greek banks – “Bonus” for National Bank and Eurobank
The rating agency Fitch has upgraded Greek banks, citing improved credit profiles, strong profitability, and reduced non-performing exposures (NPEs), while also forecasting Greece’s continued economic outperformance compared to the Eurozone
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Inflation in Greece at 3.1% in March, Eurostat Reports
Inflation in Greece at 3.1% in March, Eurostat Reports
Average inflation in the eurozone settled at 2.2%, compared to 2.3% in February. The high prices in Greece highlight the ongoing cost-of-living pressures in the country.
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Greeks in Bangkok share their firsthand accounts of the deadly earthquake
Greeks in Bangkok share their firsthand accounts of the deadly earthquake
According to AP, the 7.7-magnitude tremor has claimed the lives of at least 144 people in Myanmar and 10 in Thailand. As of now, no Greek citizens have been reported among the casualties or injured.
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Metlen in Greece Targets 50 Tonnes of Gallium Production by 2028, Meeting EU Demand
Metlen in Greece Targets 50 Tonnes of Gallium Production by 2028, Meeting EU Demand
The announcement follows the European Commission’s release this week of a list of 47 strategic projects, including initiatives in Greece, aimed at enhancing the EU’s supply of materials vital for its energy transition and security. Gallium is among the key minerals highlighted in the plan.
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Greece’s sector is off to a roaring start this year, revealing a striking increase in visitors
Greece’s sector is off to a roaring start this year, revealing a striking increase in visitors
German tourists led the pack in numbers, flocking to Greece’s sunlit shores and historic sites. American visitors proved the biggest spenders, pouring €40.9 million into the economy—€5.4 million more than their German counterparts. The strong showing from these key markets underscores Greece’s enduring appeal as a top global destination.
