OPEKEPE begins 2024 organic farming payments to beneficiaries
OPEKEPE begins 2024 organic farming payments, disbursing over 14.6 million euros to 26,350 Greek farmers after completing required application controls.
Economy
Bakeries in crisis: Bread prices double as costs soar nationwide
Bread prices have doubled since 2020 as Greek bakeries face unprecedented energy costs, forcing 1,500 closures nationwide in three years.
Greek giants lead Ukraine energy transformation in major US deal
Greek energy giants AKTOR, DEPA, and GEK TERNA secure major deals in Ukraine, positioning Greece as key hub for US LNG supplies to Europe in historic agreements.
Heating allowance: Common mistakes blocking your payment
Greece’s heating allowance program attracts 550,000 applications, but common mistakes are blocking payments. Learn how to avoid these errors and secure your subsidy.
“My Home II” program extended until May 31, 2026
Greece extends “My Home II” housing program until May 31, 2026, with 1.3 billion euros secured by over 11,000 participants for home purchases nationwide.
Greece minimum wage increase 2026: workers to earn up to €1,230
Greece announces major minimum wage increase to €920 from April 2026, with experienced workers earning up to €1,230. Young workers get tax breaks too.
IRIS: Technical changes from December 1st, new retail transaction rules
Greece’s IRIS payment system introduces mandatory instant payments for retail transactions starting December 1st, with new technical specifications for businesses.
What to do immediately if you didn’t receive your rent rebate
Greece’s rent rebate program reaches final phase with over 1 million households awaiting payments. Learn what to do if you haven’t received your rebate yet.
Heating allowance applications surge: Over 550,000 in one week
Greece’s heating allowance program sees massive response with 550,000+ applications in first week. Learn about common mistakes that could cost you the €100-€1,200 benefit.
From Athens to Kiev: Greece becomes US LNG pipeline hub
Greece emerges as key US LNG hub to Europe, signing historic agreement to supply American gas to Ukraine via new energy corridor worth €2 billion.
Greece reshapes energy map of Southeast Europe and Eastern Mediterranean with five key projects
Greece advances five major energy projects reshaping Southeast Europe’s energy landscape, establishing the country as a key LNG gateway and regional supply hub.
End of tax-free small packages from 2026: Changes for Temu, Shein
EU ends customs exemption for packages under €150 from 2026, targeting Temu and Shein’s ultra-low pricing model with new duties and handling fees.