The Greek tax administration is digitizing and simplifying the process for wealthy foreigners, pensioners, and employees moving to Greece for tax benefits. Starting in June, obtaining a tax registration number will take just days instead of months, with applications submitted online and monitored through a new electronic platform.
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In his weekly address on March 16, 2025, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced the University of York’s plans to establish branches in Greece and celebrated Moody’s upgrade of Greece to investment grade. Highlighting government initiatives in health, justice, and education, he also addressed economic progress, urban redevelopment in Mati, and a commitment to legality, including crackdowns on crime and deceptive business practices.
Greece remains one of the EU countries with the highest share of low-wage earners, with 21.7% of employees earning two-thirds or less of the median wage. Young workers, those with lower education levels, and employees in sectors like hospitality and administrative services are the most affected. While the EU’s overall share of low-wage earners has declined since 2018, Greece’s persistent wage disparities highlight ongoing labour market challenges.
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis chaired the first meeting of Greece’s Special Committee for Autism, focusing on policies to enhance lifelong support for individuals on the spectrum. Key discussions included early diagnosis, specialized education, vocational training, and social inclusion. The government aims to implement international best practices to ensure equal opportunities and integration for autistic individuals in all aspects of society.
Microsoft’s new Data Center in Spata marks a pivotal strategic investment for Greece, promising economic growth and digital transformation. During a visit by key Ministers, CEO Gianna Andronopoulou outlined the project’s advancements and benefits, including cloud service access and local innovation support. The initiative also features a comprehensive program to enhance education, employment, and cultural heritage in the region.
The Greek Ministry of Social Cohesion and Family Affairs has doubled the funding for its “Housing and Employment for the Homeless” program to 20 million euros. The expanded initiative will provide social housing, training, and subsidized employment for vulnerable groups, while also offering support for those looking to start their own businesses. The program’s reach has grown from 42 to 89 municipalities, now including families in public housing and those in precarious living conditions.
Greece faces a critical labor shortage, urgently needing over 300,000 foreign workers to support its economy. Bureaucratic hurdles hinder recruitment efforts, while the streamlined EU Blue Card program aims to attract highly skilled professionals.
Greece’s unemployment rate fell to 9.8% in October 2024, down from 10.8% a year earlier but up slightly from September. While employment rose, concerns remain about high youth and long-term unemployment.
CQS has been named the top employer in Greece for 2024, according to Poudouleveis.gr. The list, based on employee reviews, highlights companies excelling in career advancement, compensation, and workplace culture, with CQS leading the rankings.
Canada has become a top destination for those seeking a better life, attracting approximately 350,000 Greeks with its strong economy, robust social welfare programs, and high quality of life. With low crime rates and generous benefits, including child allowances and a mixed public-private pension system, Canada offers a stark contrast to its neighbor, the United States.
Athens, Greece – Greece is experiencing a significant resurgence of talent as its “Brain Gain”…
Greece faces a significant backlog of over 270,000 pending residence permit applications, impacting labor market dynamics amid acute shortages. Concentrated predominantly in the Attica Directorate, this delay exacerbates economic challenges, including substantial losses in agriculture. Efforts to expedite processing and calls for streamlined entry requirements are underway to address the critical need for foreign workers.
The Greek shipbuilding industry is experiencing a resurgence, with shipyards across the country seeing increased activity and investment. The Skaramangas shipyards, acquired by shipowner Giorgos Prokopiou in 2024, have completed work on 17 vessels, while ONEX Shipyards & Technologies reports both its Neorio and Elefsina facilities are ready to undertake new shipbuilding projects. This renewed focus on shipbuilding is expected to boost the Greek economy and create new employment opportunities.
The EU Blue Card is a work and residence permit designed to attract highly skilled professionals from outside the EU. In recent years, several European countries have updated their Blue Card rules, making it easier than ever to live and work in the EU
The real income of Italian households is still falling, the gap with the EU is widening: higher only than Greece,” says Corriere della Sera. “Only Greece is worse than us,” reports La Repubblica.
Greece ranks among the EU leaders in firefighter employment and government spending on fire-protection services. In 2023, firefighters made up 0.39% of Greece’s workforce, one of the highest in the EU, while the country dedicated 0.6% of its total government expenditure to fire safety in 2022.
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis provided a detailed overview of the Greek government’s achievements over the past seven months, highlighting key reforms, social programs, economic measures, and future plans. He announced upcoming legislative initiatives, support for disabled individuals and seniors, reductions in unemployment, and plans for transforming public enterprises. Additionally, Mitsotakis emphasized efforts to curb food inflation and introduced a new Judicial Police force. In tribute to Mikis Theodorakis, 2025 will be declared the “Mikis Theodorakis Year.”
In 2023, Greece reported the highest over-qualification rate for non-EU citizens within the European Union, with 69.6% of non-EU workers holding qualifications exceeding their job requirements. This highlights significant employment disparities and underscores the urgent need for targeted policies to better integrate skilled immigrants into Greece’s labor market.
The Hellenic Initiative (THI), a global non-profit, is bringing job training and hope to northern Greece with a new Odyssea Youth Center in Thessaloniki. This center expands Odyssea’s successful model of equipping young people, especially those facing disadvantages, with the skills needed for careers in in-demand fields like tourism and construction.
The biography of Jai Mexis, the founder and director of “Odyssea”, an NGO based in…