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Vertical Corridor: Interest in natural gas exports to six countries in Southeast Europe
Atlantic See is promoting agreements to supply natural gas via Greece to countries in Southeast Europe, as part of the “vertical corridor” LNG, with the goal of ensuring long-term supplies and strengthening the region’s energy security
When Greece’s 2026 summer sales begin and which Sunday shops may open
Consumers are advised to check that previous and reduced prices are clearly displayed before making purchases
New Greek real estate register brings fines of up to €1,000 and changes to annual property tax
A new law imposes fines on those who fail to report leases and concessions to the new Real Estate Registry, links the declaration of use to the E9 form, and changes the method for calculating the ENFIA property tax for properties with discrepancies in square footage
Equal pay bill reaches Parliament, healthcare staff gain arduous work pension option
The Ministry of Labor’s bill on equal pay, wage transparency, and pension provisions is being introduced to the Parliamentary Committee on Social Affairs
Greek supermarket basket remains cheapest, but Greece has the second-highest VAT rate in Europe
VAT remains a major factor in cross-country price comparisons, with Greece taxing many food products more heavily than most of the 10 markets examined
Airbnb: New rules take effect from July 1 – Race for permits, sales and property transfers
The sale, donation, or parental transfer of a property may lead to its removal from the registry, depriving the new owner of the ability to operate it as a short-term rental. New registrations will also be suspended in parts of Thessaloniki
Greek tax authority AADE targets money transfers between relatives, parental gifts and donations: When does a simple bank transfer become a tax trap?
Joint accounts, cash gifts and transfers routed through several family members can trigger audits if taxpayers cannot show where the money came from, who built up the balance and who ultimately benefited