Houthis assume responsibility for the attack on the Greek-owned ship
The Houthis officially claimed responsibility for the missile attack against the Greek-owned cargo ship "Zografia", which was heading to Israel.
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Crew of Greek hijacked tanker in Iran is safe and sound, local insurance agent says
Empire Navigation, owners of the hijacked tanker of Greek interests 'St. Nikolas', said that the local correspondent of P&I Club insurance agency paid a visit on Monday to the crew at Iran's port of Bandar Abbas.
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Greek House Davos Forum: The economics of peace in the Middle East
The establishment of a culture of peace in the Middle East goes through the education of future leaders, through the educational systems of the countries of the region, the cultivation of inter-religious and inter-cultural dialogue, but also through the study of economic aspects and the evaluation of initiatives that aim to prevent hostilities but have in practice failed for decades. Representatives from politics, religion and research institutions discussed this topic in the breakout session titled "The Economics of Peace in the Middle East: A best practices model for education on the culture of peace and SDGs" (Sustainable Development Goals), at the Greek House Davos Conference, launched in Davos on Monday as part of the World Economic Forum.
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FM Gerapetritis in Jordan: We must do all that is possible to deescalate tension in Middle East
It is important that all that is possible is done to deescalate tension in the Middle East, Greek Foreign Affairs Minister George Gerapetritis said on Monday, in joint statements with Jordanian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi.
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Goldman Sachs sees ATHEX General Index reaching 1,550pt by 2024 end
Goldman Sachs projects the Athens Stock Exchange’s (ATHEX) general index is set to reach 1,550 points by the end of 2024, a nearly 15% gain from current levels, reaffirming its positive outlook on the fundamentals of Greek listed companies.
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Mitsotakis Set to Begin Stepped Up 2-Month Int’l Contacts
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis inaugurates a stepped-up international presence over the next two months with his attendance this week at the annual World Economic Forum in Davos. Another seven cities in Europe, North America and Asia may follow until March.
A trip to New York City comes in late January to attend an investment forum in the “Big Apple”, viewed by the center-right government a high-profile another opportunity to burnish its pro-business credentials and the pro-investment climate in the Greek economy to major US investors.
An address at Columbia University has been mentioned, along with a joint appearance with influential JP Morgan Chase chairman and CEO Jamie Dimon.
A stop in Chicago follows, where Mitsotakis will have contacts with the sizable ethnic Greek community in the Midwest metropolis, and where he’s expected to promote an upcoming legislative initiative by the government to finally give Greek citizens outside the country the right to vote via postal ballots.
According to information out of the Maximos Mansion government seat over the recent period, Mitsotakis’ agenda will revolve around national issues, the economy and this June’s European Parliament elections, with international contacts and appearances aligned along these lines.
A good portion of the Cabinet will also actively work on this same agenda.
An extraordinary EU summit in Brussels follows on Feb. 1, where the Greek side is expected to press for more funds to deal with the irregular migrant crisis and climate change. Mitsotakis may possibly attend the Munich security conference afterwards, which is expected to be dominated by the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East.
Other sources point to a Feb. 21 official and prominent visit to New Delhi and a meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, a visit would coincide with a major international forum in the country. A large Greek business delegation is expected to attend the latter.
Athens and New Delhi have long signaled that a goal, in the first stage, is to double bilateral trade.
Another international trip that remains to be confirmed is a visit to Seoul, as South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol recently visited Athens and is due to attend Davos.
The Greek side is interested in closer relations with the Asian economic and technology powerhouse, especially in the shipping sector.
A trip to Canada is eyed for March, with a possible itinerary including a meeting with Canadian PM Justin Trudeau and contacts with expatriate communities in the vast country.
Finally, any new meeting with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan would probably be scheduled for later in the spring, while both leaders are due to attend a NATO summit in Washington in July.
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Bill on postal voting submitted to the relevant committee for processing
The bill on postal voting will be submitted to Parliament's Public Administration, Public Order and Justice Committee on Monday for processing.
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Boehringer Ingelheim's new 120 million euro Investment in Greece
The research-driven biopharmaceutical company Boehringer Ingelheim announced that it will invest 120 million euros to expand and upgrade its plant in Greece.
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FM Gerapetritis in Riyadh: Greece actively present in efforts for a sustainable resolution in the Middle East
Greece is at the forefront of developments in diplomatic efforts to find a short-term solution to the greater Middle East issue, Foreign Affairs Minister George Gerapetritis said on Thursday, following the conclusion of his visit to Saudi Arabia.
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Greece, The Blue Zones & The Mediterranean Diet- Factors for Health & Longevity
By: Yanna Darilis, ND, PhD “Inspiring Wellness”
Greece is recognized as a Blue Zone, a term coined by journalist and researcher, Dan Buettner, from a study conducted by scientific researchers who were circling areas where centenarians were found on a map with a blue marker. These regions describe countries and areas where people enjoy remarkable longevity and overall health and well-being.
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PM Mitsotakis: Yes to same-sex civil marriage, no to surrogate mothers
The excellent relations between Greece and the United States, that recently visiting US State Secretary Antony Blinken commented on, is the result of systematic work by the Greek government, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said in an interview on Wednesday.
Athens expects US approval for F-35 sale soon
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis touched on last weekend’s visit to Crete by US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, in particular recalling a statement by the latter whereby Greek-US relations are at their best level that he can remember in the 30 years as a diplomat.
Foreign Affairs Minister George Gerapetritis: Speaks with Israeli counterpart Katz - in S. Arabia on Thursday
Greek Foreign Affairs Minister George Gerapetritis congratulated newly appointed Israeli Foreign Affairs Minister Israel Katz on assuming his duties in a phone call on Thursday.
Online Platform Streamlines Property Tax Transfer Transactions
Greek citizens will be spared the hassle of visiting the Tax Office to declare amendments for property tax transfer transactions, following the launch of the online “myProperty” platform which allows taxpayers to register any changes digitally.
The relevant announcement was made by the Independent Authority for Public Revenue (IAPR) and concerns property registered in regions where the “objective asset value” is in force.
The submissions will be valid under the condition that 1. The declarations have been lodged within the designated deadline, and 2. The original declaration has been submitted via the “myProperty” platform and not in a notary’s office.
In particular, the use of the new platform covers the following transfers:
A common tax declaration for property transfer is now applicable for the transfer of real estate or the “establishment of a right in rem” (a legal action directed towards property) with an imposed cause (sale or purchase). This declaration is to be submitted jointly by the parties involved.
The provision of acquisition of the property by the transferor, through regular or extraordinary adverse possession, in a contract transferring ownership or establishing another real right on it for any reason is also recognized.
In cases where the area of the property, being transferred or encumbered, exceeds that stated in the imposed cause title deed, the difference is to be declared. This applies when the property is transferred or an encumbrance is established on it for any reason.
Additionally, the transfer of property to the contractor by the landowner, due to the execution of a construction pre-agreement or an ideal share of the land, is also covered by these tax simplifications.
The “myProperty” platform has seen a substantial rise in declarations related to parental donations, asset donations, and inheritance, according to data from the Independent Authority for Public Revenue (IAPR). Electronic submissions for tax declarations related to transfers, parental donations, asset donations, and inheritance totaled 396,755 in 2023.