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Greece’s Economic Comeback Surprises Europe: ZEIT Highlights Remarkable Turnaround

Greece has surprised Europe with its remarkable economic recovery, transforming from a debt-stricken nation to a model of fiscal stability within a decade. Once synonymous with financial turmoil, Greece is now outpacing Germany in economic growth and projecting a 3% budget surplus by year-end. While investor confidence soars, rising rents and inflation continue to strain ordinary citizens, highlighting the uneven impact of the country’s comeback.

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Nationwide General Strike in Greece on November 20: Transport and Key Sectors to Shut Down

Greece will experience a nationwide general strike on November 20, 2024, as public and private sector unions ADEDY and GSEE unite in a 24-hour walkout. The strike will disrupt public transport and ferry services while workers demand wage increases, labor rights, and enhanced social policies. Demonstrations are planned across the country, with a major rally in Athens at Klathmonos Square.