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Greece is facing a drastic decline in birth rates, prompting the government to implement a 20 billion euros ($22 billion) plan to boost incentives for families. The plan includes cash benefits and tax breaks and aims to combat the country’s low fertility rate of 1.3, well below the 2.5 needed for population growth. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has labeled the demographic crisis as a national threat, citing concerns about the impact on pensions and overall fiscal sustainability. The National Demographic Action Plan is designed to address the challenges posed by Greece’s shrinking and aging population, aiming to improve long-term competitiveness…

Exciting times lie ahead for the Greek real estate market, as economic stability and a thriving tourism industry are expected to fuel continued growth in the coming months. A recent report by the American-Hellenic Chamber of Commerce highlights the promising outlook for the property sector in Greece. Titled “2024 Property Market Outlook for Greece,” the report indicates that the Greek economy experienced a 2% growth in 2023, supported by investments in construction and the Recovery and Resilience Plan. Despite a period of recession, the real estate market in Greece is now on the path to recovery. One of the main…

People stand near NIO ET5 car model at the NIO House, the showroom of the Chinese premium smart electric vehicle manufacture NIO Inc. in Berlin, Germany, August 17, 2023. [Annegret Hilse/Reuters] Greece, France, Italy, and Poland are set to vote for tariffs of up to 45% on Chinese electric vehicle imports, potentially escalating trade tensions with Beijing. If passed, the European Commission’s proposal will impose tariffs for the next five years on EVs made in China. The EU Commission aims to protect EU industry from subsidized Chinese imports. The supportive countries account for 39% of the EU population. Interestingly, Germany,…

File photo. A recent large-scale police operation in western Attica resulted in the arrest of six individuals. The crackdown was part of efforts to combat crime in the region, leading to the confiscation of firearms, over 250 9mm rounds, and mobile phones. The operation, led by the Western Attica Police Directorate and the Security Sub-Directorate, was supported by various specialized police units, including the use of drones for surveillance. In a significant move towards improving security in western Attica, law enforcement officials successfully apprehended several suspects and confiscated dangerous weapons. The coordinated effort involving multiple police units highlights the commitment…

File photo. The government’s top decision-making body for foreign affairs and defense matters has met in an extraordinary session to assess the latest developments in the Middle East and discuss plans to evacuate Greeks from Lebanon. After the meeting of National Security Governmental Council (KYSEA), Government Spokesman Pavlos Marinakis emphasized the need for an immediate de-escalation of the situation. He stated, “Greece condemns in the strongest possible way Iran’s attacks against Israel. This is a serious escalation that threatens regional stability and security. Greece supports the people of Israel and their right to live in security and reiterates the call…

Passengers queue at the check-in counters at Beirut-Rafic Al Hariri International Airport, in Beirut, Lebanon, Tuesday. [Yara Abi Nader/Reuters] Cyprus is prepared to assist in evacuating third-country nationals from the Middle East amidst escalating crisis, as confirmed by government officials. While one country has requested Cyprus’ aid for civilian evacuations, the island has also offered its facilities to nine other countries for helping smaller groups of people leave the region. Cypriot Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos mentioned that the need for utilizing the Cypriot facility depends on the functionality of airports in the region, which may become necessary in case of…

Discover insights from leading journalists and scholars on current events in the Middle East at the 12th Athens Democracy Forum’s “The Middle East Powder Keg” session. Moderated by Steven Erlanger from The New York Times, the discussion delved into the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, with experts sharing their perspectives on potential solutions. Roger Cohen highlighted the challenges of finding a lasting resolution to the conflict and emphasized his belief in the two-state solution. Nomi Bar-Yaacov supported the proposal by former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert and Nasser al-Qudwa, advocating for a two-state solution. Ahmed Shihab-Eldin emphasized the importance of US pressure on…

FILE – People move along a road near the Indonesia Weda Bay Industrial Park in Kulo Jaya, Central Halmahera, North Maluku, Indonesia, June 7. [AP] A growing number of entities are pushing the European Union to reconsider its upcoming deforestation regulation, set to be enforced in December. The regulation, known as the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), is facing criticism for potentially discriminating against countries with forest resources and impacting their exports. However, supporters believe it will play a crucial role in combating global forest degradation. The EUDR, starting December 30, will ban the sale of forest-derived products in the EU…

[InTime News] Greece has strongly condemned Iran’s missile attack on Israel and called for immediate de-escalation in the Middle East. The Greek government stated that the attacks are a serious escalation that threatens regional security. Greece stands in solidarity with Israel and supports their right to live in security. The Foreign Ministry issued a statement late Tuesday expressing their condemnation, while the Government Council for National Security (KYSEA) will meet on Wednesday under the leadership of Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis to discuss the situation. Source Link

The six candidates for the leadership of PASOK pose for the media ahead of a televised debate, held by the state-run broadcaster ERT, on September 24. The debate was mostly conducted with questions and answers formulated by the participants themselves. [Yiannis Liakos/Intime News] Greek politicians have historically avoided political debates. However, PASOK recently held a significant debate ahead of its leadership election, featuring six candidates. This move aimed to showcase PASOK as a serious opposition party amidst the internal struggles of its main rival, SYRIZA. The debate, characterized by direct dialogue and participant-formulated questions, marked a departure from traditional parallel…