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Euromed Summit 2016 of Economic and Social Councils to Tackle Legal Migration, Women in Workforce, Climate Change
On October 24-25 in Varavrona, Greece, the Euromed Summit 2016 of Economic and Social Councils and Similar Institutions will be tackling several economic and social issues before agreeing on the adaptation of a final declaration at the conclusion of...
Economy
IMF Study: Greece's Aging Workforce May Reduce Productivity
An IMF study places Greece in a high-risk category concerning the aging population over the next twenty years. At current rates, the age demographics will not assist efforts to reduce unemployment and increase competitiveness in an environment burdened with...
Business
Greek Private Sector Loses 19% of its Workforce in 5 Years
The Greek private sector suffered a heavy blow in the last five years (2009-2014), according to new research conducted by Grant Thomson firm. In these five years the Greek private sector lost 19% of its workforce, thereby increasing unemployment...
Greece
Pomegranate Oil: The Golden Elixir the World Can’t Get Enough Of
A Greek exporter of pomegranate oil says that he cannot make enough product to satisfy the current world demand for the oil of this fruit.
Economy
Greek Economy Set for Continued High Growth in 2024
After a robust recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic and increasing favor with several credit rating agencies, the Greek economy is expected to see a continued trend in positive growth in the new year.
The Greek Economy in 2024
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Europe
Greece Ranks Last in EU Gender Pay Gap
The year 2022 has seen multiple challenges and crises come to life including a rising cost of living, increased rent, climate emergency, the ongoing pandemic, and slow progress in gender parity.
Global leaders are facing a series of economic and...
Greece
Greece Relaxes Coronavirus Restrictions as Deaths Surpass 25,000
Greece will ease its coronavirus restrictions starting Saturday, February 19, as the number of deaths in those who had died with the virus in the country surpassed 25,000 on Wednesday.
Patrons of bars, restaurants, and cafes can now stand up...
Economy
IMF Says Greek Economy Will Grow by 6.5% This Year
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) announced on Tuesday that the Greek economy is looking at a growth rate of 6.5% by the end of 2021.
The IMF detailed the country's growth for 2021 in their global economic outlook report, where...
Greece
The Greek Who Brought Medical Animation to the Country
Greece's budding medical animation field owes its existence to Manolis Babatsikos.
At a time when many Greeks were leaving the country for more opportunities, the 33-year-old left his job abroad at entertainment giant Warner Bros. and moved back home in...
Greece
Can Your Employer Fire You If You Refuse the Coronavirus Vaccine?
Is it really legal for employers anywhere in the world to fire you if you refuse the coronavirus vaccine? In some places, it is.
Greece
Coronavirus Case Numbers Dip in Greece on Friday
Greece recorded 1,585 new cases of the coronavirus on Friday, which marks 320 fewer instances of the virus than recorded on Thursday.
Greece
Internet Use Skyrockets in Greece During Lockdown
Internet use skyrocketed in Greece while the country's population was under a strict lockdown, data from Greek market researcher Focus Bari suggests.
Greece
Two Popular Greek Islands During the Tough 2020 Tourist Season
The most popular Greek islands for the past summer weren't Mykonos or Santorini. The stunning Greek islands of Skyros and Serifos found themselves thriving through the difficult -- some would say brutal -- 2020 tourist season by appealing to...
Economy
Amazon Starts Digital Skills Program in Greece
Greece’s Manpower Organization (OAED) will cooperate with Amazon for the training of the country's registered unemployed on digital skills.
Business
Women Hold 33% of Senior Management Positions in Greece
According to a survey by international business advisor Grant Thorton, over 33% of senior management positions in Greece are held by women.