Greece to introduce economic literacy course in high schools, minister says

Minister of Education Kyriakos Pierrakakis announced on Thursday the decision to introduce a course on basic economic concepts in the first year of high school, starting in 2025.

According to Pierrakakis, the decision aims to combat economic illiteracy among young people.

"Starting in September 2025, with an additional course on basic economic concepts and tools in the first year of high school, (…) students will acquire useful knowledge to more effectively face future challenges," stated Pierrakakis in a social media post about his participation in the 5th International Conference of the Economic Chamber of Greece.