Family, climate inspire Greeks’ return

A new survey shows that a growing number of Greeks who left the country during the financial crisis are now returning home, primarily drawn back by family ties and the comfort of familiar surroundings. Nearly 82% of respondents cited family and friends as the main motivation for their return, followed by Greece's climate and natural environment (62%).

Tax incentives offered by the Greek government had less of an impact, influencing only 14% of those surveyed.

The study, published by Kathimerini and conducted by the National Documentation and Electronic Content Center, surveyed 350,000 returning Greeks. Among other findings, 79% of respondents said that the government's focus on institutional reforms would likely encourage more expatriates to come back. Another 78% believe that improvements in public infrastructure and government services could support the return of...