Summit of the Southern European Union Countries Declaration Nicosia 29 January 2019 We the Heads of State or Government of Cyprus France Italy Greece Portugal Malta a
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How the world sees Greece
Tuesday, January 29, 2019
Greece's first post-memorandum return to the markets was a success
Greece proceeded to a very successful exit to the markets an whats more the first in the postmemorandum era The tender book for the fiveyear maturity of April 2024 has closed
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Tsipras begins to unfold election strategy
The Greek government began to unfold its postPrespes Agreement ratification strategy aiming at closing the gap on main opposition New Democracy ahead of this years general electi
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Feature: Greek Homeless Football Team a step towards social inclusion
ATHENS, Jan. 29 (Xinhua) -- A diverse football team featuring those who have suffered from homelessness and drug addiction, as well as people who are asylum seekers trains every Sunday in a municipal ...
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Back to school for Taxiarches Greek school
Established in 1961 by the existing Principal Poppy Drougas, the Taxiarches Greek School offers comprehensive Greek language and culture curriculum from Pre-Prep to VCE, providing opportunities ...
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Alternate Minister of Foreign Affairs Giorgos Katrougalos’ statement on the recent developments in Venezuela (29 January 2019)
Greece stands in solidarity with the people of Venezuela, it supports democracy, and endeavours to the restoration of social peace in a very polarised society, in a very polarised political system. And our long-standing belief is that the sole method whereby these differences can be overcome is through political dialogue.From the first moment, we sought, a united European Union, to play a similar role, promoting the idea of a group of countries, including those countries of the European Union which for historical reasons have an influence over the region, to undertake this mediating role. Initiatives by other countries such as Uruguay and Mexico are focused along the same lines. Moreover, Pope Francis’ recent intervention was in the same vein.We consider it a key issue for the EU to, first of all, hold a unified position; secondly, for us not to drag ourselves behind the initiatives of other great Powers; thirdly, for complete respect of Democracy to exist; for the involvement of the army not to be permitted to be a factor which will shape developments, as certain sides of the opposition powers seem to be requesting.I conveyed these positions, also expressing my support for her efforts to date, to the High Representative of the European Union, Federica Mogherini. We shall also endeavour for the same positions to prevail on Thursday and Friday at the informal Council of EU Ministers of Foreign Affairs, precisely because we wish for the EU to be a leading proponent for peace, and for it not to be a factor that will worsen or fail to solve problems, as we have unfortunately seen occurring numerous times in other countries around the world.We do not want Venezuela to become yet another Libya in South America. We want it to enjoy democracy and prosperity, and for its people to be united and indeed able to exercise their democratic rights within a republic that is exclusively for their own benefit.
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Greece damned in Transparency International Corruption Perception Index
Greece dropped eight places in Transparency International’s Corruption Perception Index, falling eight positions to 67th from 59th in 2017. The annual report, made public on Tuesday, draws on ...
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Greek Farmers Vow to Keep Up Roadblocks Despite Court Action
THESSALONIKI, Greece — Farmers blocking a key highway in Greece for a second day to demand tax cuts are vowing to keep up their protest despite a summons for leaders to appear in court for transport d...
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Venezuela: A Rare Case of Turkish-Greek Harmony
Why is Greece supporting a dictatorship in Venezuela that is as bad as the Colonels’ Junta that ruled Greece from 1967 to 1974? Erdogan considers Maduro “a brother.” Both men are surely connected by t...
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Greek PM arrives in Cyprus for EU Med-Group meeting
He was received by Cypriot President Anastasiades
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New app designed by Greek student “translates” the cry of a baby!
The group claims its app uses algorithms to make sense out of babies' cries
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Albanian Inmate Found Dead in Greek Jail Tied to Lawyer’s Murder
ATHENS – A 33-year-old Albanian man found dead in his cell in the alleged high-security Korydallos Prison was allegedly a member of a gang as […] The post Albanian Inmate Found Dead in Greek Jail Tied to Lawyer’s Murder appeared first on The National Herald.
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Avraam Papadopoulos Returns to Olympiacos F.C.
PIRAEUS – As of Monday (28/1), Avraam Papadopoulos officially rejoined Greek football powerhouse Olympiacos F.C. The “red-whites” announced the return of the 34-year-old defender and […] The post Avraam Papadopoulos Returns to Olympiacos F.C. appeared first on The National Herald.
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Imminent Reductions, Changes and Dismissals at Hellenic College & Holy Cross as Crisis Deepens
BOSTON – The administration of Hellenic College and Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology will start implementing reductions and dismissals of personnel due to […] The post Imminent Reductions, Changes and Dismissals at Hellenic College & Holy Cross as Crisis Deepens appeared first on The National Herald.
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The world needs to start panicking about Brexit
As the Greek debt crisis reached its peak in 2012, it was almost impossible to turn on the news without hearing the word "contagion" -- the idea that the economic woes caused by Greece's huge government debt (or, to some, by the greed of its creditors) would cause a systemic financial crisis across the globe.
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Alexis Tsipras Is Wearing a Tie Again, but Is Greece’s Debt Crisis Really Over?
On June 22, Greece reached an agreement with its eurozone partners to formally exit from the latest of a series of bailout programs that have provided an economic lifeline to Athens throughout its deb...
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Greece: strong interest in first bond sale since bailout end
Greece has raised money on international bond markets for the first time since emerging from its bailout programs last summer, getting 2.5 billion euros ($2.87 billion) Tuesday in a five-year bond auc...
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Is jam coming to a sticky end?
Health worries are damaging the sales of sugary spreads, but this doesn’t have to be the end of the preserve NAME: Jam. AGE: The ancient Greeks used honey to preserve quinces, but modern jam probably dates to the 16th century, when cane sugar came to Europe. Continue reading...
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Greek bishop who told followers to spit on gays guilty of inciting hatred
Signup to receive a daily roundup of the top LGBT+ news stories from around the world A Greek bishop has been given a seven-month suspended jail sentence for inciting homophobic hatred and abusing ecc...
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Greece secures 2.5 billion euros for 5-year-bond
The interest rate is at 3.6%
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Premier Zaev hails the progress made in the EU integration path
2018 has been a historical year for Macedonia because it resulteda final solution to the name dispute with Greece By signing and ratifying the Prespes agreement both countries
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Greece Issues First Post-Bailout Bond
ATHENS—Greece received strong demand for its first bond issue since exiting its bailout program, in what the government sees as another step toward normalcy. Athens’s debt office sold €2.5 billion ($2 ...
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Assassin’s Creed Odyssey’s New Lost Tales of Greece is Live
The next Lost Tales of Greece is now available in Assassin’s Creed Odyssey. The official Assassin’s Creed Twitter Account revealed the news in a tweet today. A Poet’s Legacy is the name of the new que...
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Hearty and healthy Greek bowls you can make at home
According to Harvard Health Publishing, the Mediterranean Diet can help improve longevity and ward off chronic diseases. Because we all could use a little help when it comes to eating well, The ...
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Medical Cannabis investment of €185million to create 770 jobs in Greece
Greece aims to create new business opportunities thanks to its nascent cannabis economy. The use of medical cannabis in Greece was legalised in 2017, while the prohibition of its production was lifted in early 2018. In late 2018, the first two licences were granted to private companies for growing medicinal cannabis in the country, while … The post Medical Cannabis investment of €185million to create 770 jobs in Greece appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
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UPDATE 2-Greece raises 2.5 bln euros from 5-yr bond, attracts strong demand
ATHENS, Jan 29 (Reuters) - Greece raised 2.5 billion euros from a new five-year bond at a relatively competitive yield, drawing strong demand in a small but significant step towards refinancing ...
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EU with New Rules on International Marriages
The EU Regulations clarifying the rules applicable to property regimes for international married couples or registered partnerships apply as of today. The regulations establish clear rules in cases of divorce or death and bring an end to parallel and possibly conflicting proceedings in various Member States, for instance on property or bank accounts. In short, it will bring more legal clarity for international couples. First Vice-President TIMMERMANS said: _"The entry into application of these regulations is good news for the growing number of international couples in Europe. This is about giving certainty to thousands of European couples about what happens to their property if they divorce or one of them dies. I am confident that these regulations will help many European couples manage such difficult times.”_ Vera JOUROVÁ, EU Justice Commissioner said: “_These new rules will make it easier and cheaper to divide joint assets and provide some relief to people in difficult circumstances. __More than 16 million international couples will benefit from clear procedures in case of divorce or death of a partner. They will be able to save around €350 million each year in legal costs._ _I encourage the remaining Member States to join the enhanced cooperation for the sake of all international couples across the EU_.” As it was not possible to reach unanimity among all Member States, the rules will apply in 18 Member States: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Portugal, Slovenia, Spain and Sweden. The new regulations will: * clarify which national court is competent to help couples manage their property or distribute it between them in case of divorce, separation or death; * clarify which national law prevails in case the rules of several countries could potentially apply; * facilitate the recognition and enforcement of a judgment given in one Member State on property matters in another Member State. The 18 Member States that joined the enhanced cooperation make up 70% of the EU population and represent the majority of international couples who live in the European Union. Those Member States adopted the Regulations in June 2016 under enhanced cooperation. The remaining Member States can join both Regulations any time. The non-participating Member States will continue applying their national law (including their rules on private international law) to cross-border situations relating to matrimonial property regimes and the property consequences of registered partnerships. BACKGROUND Enhanced cooperation allows a group of at least nine Member States to adopt measures if all 28 Member States fail to reach agreement. Other EU countries keep the right to join the enhanced cooperation when they want (Article 331 TFEU). On 16 March 2011, the Commission adopted two proposals for regulations dealing with the property regimes of international couples: one for married couples and the other for registered partnerships. These were intended to complement the framework of EU instruments for judicial cooperation in the area of family law. The proposals had to be adopted by unanimity in the Council. In December 2015, the Council concluded that it was not possible to reach unanimity among the 28 Member States. 17 Member States requested the Commission for enhanced cooperation between them in the area of the property regimes of international couples, including both marriages and registered partnerships. Cyprus joined the enhanced cooperation at a later stage. In March 2016, the Commission tabled again the two proposals taking on board the political agreement reached in Council. On 24 June 2016 the Council adopted both Regulations.
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Greece: Thousands of workers to benefit from expected wage rise
Following approval by cabinet on Monday, the Tsipras government will proceed with an 11% increase in the minimum wage and the abolition of the sub-minimum wage. The new minimum wage, set at 650 euros, ...
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Let's not lose our marbles over the British Museum boss's remarks
Hartwig Fischer said that removing the Parthenon marbles from Greece was a ‘creative act’ – but there is a logic to this provocative view that shouldn’t be dismissed out of hand The British Museum has tended to keep its lips sealed about its most controversial set of treasures: the sculptures removed from the Parthenon in Athens by Lord Elgin at the start of the 19th century. I know, because I’ve taken part in public debates to put its case – without anyone from the museum to back me up – most recently at University College London, which is so close to the museum that its curators would have only needed to pop around the corner to say their piece. Related: British Museum chief: taking the Parthenon marbles was 'creative' Continue reading...
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Greek Tourism Faces Challenges After Record Year
The year 2018 broke all records for Greek tourism, with the country welcoming 33 million international arrivals and earning revenues of more than 16 billion euros, Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura ...
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Tsipras’s support of Maduro is shameful, writes the Independent
He writes the good name of Greece in Europe has taken a blow with Tsipras's support of Maduro
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Greece 67th in Corruption Perception Index (full list)
Greece lost 8 places
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Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Markos Bolaris meets with the President of the Union of Himariotes of Greece and the President of “Omonoia” in Himara (25.01.2019)
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Markos Bolaris received the President of the Union of Himariotes of Greece, Spyros Koutoulas and the President of “Omonoia”, the Democratic Union of the Greek Minority of Himara, Dionysios - Fredi Beleri. The two Presidents referred to problems of discrimination against the rights of the Greek Ethnic Minority, as well as issues related to the protection of the property of Greeks in Albania. The Deputy Minister stressed the Five Key Priorities, in view of the conditionalities laid down by the E.U. General Affairs Council (decision 26/6/2018) which include, as major priorities, the implementation of the Framework Law on the protection of human rights and anti-discrimination policies and the effective protection of the property rights of Greek Nationals in Himara; such priorities are to be implemented by our neighbouring country, an adaptation that is expected to create a new momentum. Talks extended to issues pertaining to the Minister’s portfolio, namely culture, sports, education and the Church, and to the organisation of cultural and fine arts events that promote the bilateral cooperation between Greece and Albania, both on a central level as well as in the areas where the Greek Minority lives. The Deputy Minister concluded by saying that “the Greek Minority in Albania, which represents a historical and cultural presence of thousands of years is, and as such we must approach it, a bridge of friendship and cooperation between the two countries. Issues of soft policy strengthen and promote this cooperation.”
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Think tank forecasts Greek 2019 economic growth of 2 percent
ATHENS (Reuters) - Greece’s economy will expand by around 2 percent in 2019, the influential Greek IOBE think tank predicted on Tuesday, slightly below a previous forecast of 2.4 percent. Greece emerg...
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Symbolically, Greece to be first to open NATO doors for North Macedonia
In a symbolic gesture, the Greek government will most probably be the first country to ratify North Macedonia’s NATO accession protocol, as it aims to do it by 8 February, sources close to the issue t...
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As Imia Anniversary Looms, Greece Warns Turkey Against Provocations
ATHENS – With the 23d anniversary approaching of a near-conflict over the unihabited islets of Imia in 1996, Greece’s top military officials have sent an […] The post As Imia Anniversary Looms, Greece Warns Turkey Against Provocations appeared first on The National Herald.
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Four Years Late, Tsipras Raising – Not Restoring – Minimum Wage
ATHENS – After repeatedly reneging on anti-austerity promises and with elections looming, Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras said he would raise Greece’s minimum wage 11 percent, […] The post Four Years Late, Tsipras Raising – Not Restoring – Minimum Wage appeared first on The National Herald.
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EU measures to crackdown illegal Golden Visa schemes not adequate, say critics
Golden Visa schemes that sell citizenship and residency to the super rich threaten the EU’s collective security and integrity and attract criminals, the European Commission has warned. Twenty states, including Greece, the United Kingdom, Ireland and Spain, sell residency permits while Malta, Cyprus and Bulgaria currently offer “citizenship for sale” schemes. For the first time, … The post EU measures to crackdown illegal Golden Visa schemes not adequate, say critics appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.
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Mitsotakis acknowledges Prespa Agreement is binding for Greece
Following threats to block North Macedonia’s EU course, once it receives a date to start accession talks, main opposition leader Kyriakos Mitsotakis has acknowledged that the Prespa Accord is binding ...
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Greece Launches First Bond Sale Since Merging From Bailout
ATHENS, Greece (AP) — Greece has launched a 5-year bond auction, the first time the country has tapped international capital markets for financing since it emerged from its bailout programs in August. ...
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Defense minister invites Greek counterpart to Turkey
Turkish National Defense Minister Hulusi Akar congratulated his newly-appointed Greek counterpart Evangelos Apostolakis and invited him to Turkey, according to government sources. Akar stressed the im...
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ECHR: Turkey failed to cooperate with Greek Cyprus in murder case
The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) ruled Jan. 29 that Turkey and Turkish Cypriot authorities failed to cooperate with Greek Cyprus in a murder case of three Cypriot citizens, which it said led ...
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Greek Farmers Block Main Highways in Protests
Greek farmers from across the country have started protesting by blocking roads and highways in many areas across the nation. The farmers are demanding lower oil prices, reductions to the costs ...
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UPDATE 1-Demand for new Greek five-year bond tops 8 billion euros
ATHENS, Jan 29 (Reuters) - Greece began selling a new five-year bond on Tuesday, its first since it emerged from its third international bailout in August, drawing investor orders worth more than four ...
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Chance for talented students to attend summer camp in Greece
Anatolia College has presented the centre’s summer programme which will take place at the Centre for Talented Youth Greece. The centre’s programmes are aimed at pupils from third grade of the ...
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Kathimerini: Greek defense authorities refute media reports of Turkish ships near Imia
Athens. Defense authorities in Greece on Tuesday refuted reports in the Turkish media suggesting that the country had sent ships to Imia that were preventing Greek vessels from approaching the islets ...
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Bell’s Greek Pizza to begin free slice Mondays
Inspired by positive feedback from the community, the owners of Bell’s Greek Pizza in Mt. Pleasant will be offering free slices of pizza on the first Monday of every month, beginning Feb. 4. “We were ...
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10 new four & five-star hotels set to open in Athens!
Athens has turned into one of the most desired places to invest in property in Greece
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Greece launches bond-market comeback
Greece has launched its carefully-choreographed return to the international bond markets, riding a wave of goodwill after its recent diplomatic efforts over Macedonia and making the most of supportive ...
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Skopje is expecting to receive news from Brussels
After the ratification of the Prespes agreement by the Greek parliament authorities in Skopje are waiting for the meeting of the ambassadors of NATO member countries where the pr
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