IndiGo launches first direct flights to Athens from India
IndiGo becomes first Indian airline to launch direct flights to Athens, marking a historic milestone that promises to boost Greek tourism with high-income travelers.
Economy
Health insurance premiums surge: Second round of 10-12% hikes hit over 1 million Greeks
Health insurance premiums in Greece surge with increases up to 10.8%, affecting over 1 million customers as companies prepare for potential 10-12% hikes.
Historic gold rally surges 64% from 2025: Markets react to Trump’s Greenland threats
Gold reaches historic highs with 64% surge as Trump’s Greenland threats shake global markets. Dollar weakens amid rising economic uncertainty and geopolitical tensions.
Exarchou meets Trump advisor with Guilfoyle at Davos summit
High-level energy talks between Greek executives and Trump administration officials highlight Greece’s growing role as a strategic energy hub for US-Europe trade.
Minimum wage: Countdown to new increase – When it locks in and how it reaches €950
Greece’s minimum wage set for 2026 increase through new consultation process, aiming to reach €950 by 2027 as government maintains commitment to boost worker incomes.
Higher salaries from January: Up to €378 more in your pocket
Greek workers will see salary increases of €7-378 monthly starting January due to new tax rates and reductions for families with children.
€750 voucher: Dates, beneficiaries and when you’ll receive the amount
New €750 voucher program launches in February for unemployed and private sector workers, offering AI training with full remote learning and educational allowance.
The allowance that exceeds minimum wage – Who qualifies
Greek public servants abroad receive tax-free allowances up to €5,500 monthly on top of salary. Learn who qualifies and how amounts are calculated.
Alexandros Exarchou: EU must subsidize vertical energy corridor
AKTOR Group CEO urges EU funding for vertical energy corridor to reduce Russian gas dependence and boost American LNG imports through Greece’s strategic hub.
Agricultural fuel tax refund: 5th payment of €7.6 million distributed to 57,422 farmers
Greek tax authority distributes €7.6 million in agricultural fuel tax refunds to over 57,000 farmers as part of ongoing government support for the agricultural sector.
Central Credit Registry: New opportunities for debtors explained
Greece’s Central Credit Registry launches February 15, offering free credit reports to all citizens and transforming how banks assess loan applications.
Digital customer registry: Greek tax authority targets weddings, events
Greece’s tax authority expands digital customer registry to weddings, events, and catering after Easter to combat tax evasion in seasonal businesses.