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Switzerland: The lower house voted down the trade agreement with Mercosur

The agreement will now be considered by the upper house, and if approved, it may return to the lower house for another vote

June 18, 2026

Greece has some of Europe’s cleanest swimming waters: Ranked second, just behind Cyprus

What the European Environment Agency data shows

How “PosoKanei” works: 22 Questions & Answers about the new digital platform & how it differs from e-Katanalotis

The new service is available via the website posokanei.gov.gr and a mobile app – In its current form, it includes nearly 8,000 products from 10 major supermarket chains

Eurostat: Inflation in Greece at 4.9% in May, reaches 3.2% in the Eurozone

Inflation in the Eurozone rose in May 2026, as increases in the prices of services and energy continued to fuel inflationary pressures, according to data published by Eurostat

When will the platform for debts to the Tax Office and e-EFKA open, with up to 72 installments for individuals?

A new debt settlement option for obligations to the Tax Office and e-EFKA is set to come into effect, offering taxpayers the possibility of repaying their debts in up to 72 monthly installments

June 17, 2026

Triple relief for 1 million families from the new protected bank account limits: How they can save up to €350 per month on tax debts

Millions of bank accounts to be “unlocked”: How the protected (non-seizable) limits increase for debts to the state, banks, and joint accounts

June 17, 2026

Greece will be forced to build nuclear power plants

A few months ago, the idea that Greece would seriously consider nuclear energy would have sounded like science fiction

June 16, 2026

Real Estate: Prices stagnated in 2026 but remain very high — Buyer profiles by area in Attica

Market players note stabilization as well as "corrections" - The western suburbs are attracting young families - The northern suburbs maintain their appeal to high-income earners - Central Athens and Piraeus attract entrepreneurs - The coastal area remains a magnet for foreign buyers

June 16, 2026

Cap on total loan repayment cost, end of “fine print” – What changes with the consumer credit bill

The draft law of the Ministry of Development is open for public consultation, setting limits on charges and providing for intervention before over-indebtedness – Who is affected by the new framework – See the full bill

June 16, 2026

OPEKEPE case: The European Public Prosecutor’s Office knew about Tycheropoulou’s illegal actions

A document reveals that in Brussels, despite being aware of a series of violations by the former Head of Internal Audit of the organization, she was asked to assist in investigations instead of being placed under scrutiny herself

June 16, 2026

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Switzerland: The lower house voted down the trade agreement with Mercosur

The agreement will now be considered by the upper house, and if approved, it may return to the lower house for another vote

Greece has some of Europe’s cleanest swimming waters: Ranked second, just behind Cyprus

What the European Environment Agency data shows

How “PosoKanei” works: 22 Questions & Answers about the new digital platform & how it differs from e-Katanalotis

The new service is available via the website posokanei.gov.gr and a mobile app – In its current form, it includes nearly 8,000 products from 10 major supermarket chains

Eurostat: Inflation in Greece at 4.9% in May, reaches 3.2% in the Eurozone

Inflation in the Eurozone rose in May 2026, as increases in the prices of services and energy continued to fuel inflationary pressures, according to data published by Eurostat

When will the platform for debts to the Tax Office and e-EFKA open, with up to 72 installments for individuals?

A new debt settlement option for obligations to the Tax Office and e-EFKA is set to come into effect, offering taxpayers the possibility of repaying their debts in up to 72 monthly installments

Triple relief for 1 million families from the new protected bank account limits: How they can save up to €350 per month on tax debts

Millions of bank accounts to be “unlocked”: How the protected (non-seizable) limits increase for debts to the state, banks, and joint accounts

Greece will be forced to build nuclear power plants

A few months ago, the idea that Greece would seriously consider nuclear energy would have sounded like science fiction

Real Estate: Prices stagnated in 2026 but remain very high — Buyer profiles by area in Attica

Market players note stabilization as well as "corrections" - The western suburbs are attracting young families - The northern suburbs maintain their appeal to high-income earners - Central Athens and Piraeus attract entrepreneurs - The coastal area remains a magnet for foreign buyers

Cap on total loan repayment cost, end of “fine print” – What changes with the consumer credit bill

The draft law of the Ministry of Development is open for public consultation, setting limits on charges and providing for intervention before over-indebtedness – Who is affected by the new framework – See the full bill

OPEKEPE case: The European Public Prosecutor’s Office knew about Tychero­poulou’s illegal actions

A document reveals that in Brussels, despite being aware of a series of violations by the former Head of Internal Audit of the organization, she was asked to assist in investigations instead of being placed under scrutiny herself

OPEKEPE case: The European Public Prosecutor’s Office knew about Tycheropoulou’s illegal actions