Mandatory vaccination likely to include over-50s
The Greek government confirmed Friday that it is considering expanding mandatory vaccination against Covid-19 to people aged 50-59, with announcements expected in the coming days.
Dendias to participate in NATO talks about Russia
Foreign Minister Nikos Dendias will participate in a virtual meeting of the North Atlantic Council (NAC) on Friday to discuss Russia’s military build-up in and around Ukraine and broader European security issues, the ministry announced.
Weather in Greece to worsen over the next week
Wintery weather is forecast to return to Greece after a series of balmy days starting on Friday afternoon and through next week, as cold air masses from northern Europe will start descending towards the south, Greece’s weather service (EMY) said.
Yiannis Moralis Tribute | Arta | To February 6
The Municipal Gallery of Arta pays tribute to one of the northwestern Greek town’s most celebrates sons, with an exhibition of some of the earlier work of Yiannis Moralis (1916-2009).
Russia, Serbia celebrate Christmas
Orthodox Christians in Russia, Serbia and other countries began Christmas observances Thursday amid restrictions aimed at dampening the spread of the coronavirus, but few worshipers appeared concerned as they streamed into churches.
New management system for protected eco areas
Shortly before Greece appears before the European Court for the second time over its poor record in biodiversity protection, it has begun the transition to a new management system of protected areas based on a central structure with 24 decentralized units, under the roof of the Environment Ministry.
Corporate subsidy extended
The government has decided to extend its program for subsidizing companies’ fixed expenditures, allowing restriction-stricken businesses to offset their tax and social security obligations with state vouchers until June 2022.
Athens rebuffs accusations from Ankara
Athens issued a stern response on Wednesday to a verbal attack launched by Ankara targeting Greek Foreign Minister Nikos Dendias, implying that it was a case of the pot calling the kettle black.
January seen as pivotal for months ahead
January is seen as particularly crucial for the government and may turn out to be the most difficult month of the Kyriakos Mitsotakis administration, as the course of the pandemic is expected to have a strong political impact.
Who pays for delays?
The problem of public infrastructure projects missing their delivery dates and overrunning their budget should have been a thing of the previous century.