Tourism revenue to reach a record 22 bln euros in 2024
Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni referred to the great contribution of tourism to the country’s gross domestic product.
OPAC calls on Syrian rebels to ensure rights of Christians
The Orthodox Public Affairs Committee (OPAC) urged on Monday the new Syrian authorities to protect the Christian communities in the country against discrimination and prosecution.
Ninth MP leaves SYRIZA, party shrinks to 26
SYRIZA lawmaker Rania Thraskia announced on Tuesday she is leaving the party to become an independent MP.
Britain, Cyprus vow to boost ties
Britain and Cyprus pledged on Tuesday to boost ties during a visit by UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, in an endorsement of the pro-west tilt the Mediterranean island has taken since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Cyprus, NATO, and the ‘gentleman’s agreement’ of 1959
The news that Cyprus is eyeing a future in NATO has made headlines recently, with many arguing such a step could be transformative for Cyprus and the region.
Turkish mafia settling scores on Greek soil
A brutal daylight ambush on Monday in the suburb of Glyfada in southern Athens marked the latest chapter in the violent turf war among Turkish organized crime factions operating in Greece.
‘Slash your tax exemptions’
Changes to the tax system, to make it more efficient and growth-friendly, are what OECD Secretary-General Mathias Cormann argues are required.
Few bear burden of taxation
Greek VAT rate is one of the highest in the OECD, but only a minority end up paying it.