News archive of June 2024

Guler hails ‘positive period’ in Greek-Turkish relations

Turkish Defense Minister Yasar Guler said Turkey and Greece are experiencing a "positive period" in relations, adding that his country strives for peaceful solutions.

"I believe that we are going through a positive period in the development of our relations with Greece," he said on the sidelines of a multinational military exercise on Saturday.

A dead end packed with unemployed graduates

On the one hand, there's a gulf between tertiary education and the job market. Of the 50,000 students who graduate from Greek universities each year, just 10,000 have the necessary skills to find related work immediately, according to a recent study. On the other hand, Greeks work more hours than anyone else in Europe, Eurostat has found.

System failure and despair

All systems are prone to fail at some point. In politics, it's the response to failure that matters. A lack of response generates a sense of exclusion, cynicism, and, for some, the search for more radical alternatives. These are outcomes that can carry a heavy cost for democracy.

May is the new July in Athens and on the islands

The tour buses for the Acropolis are paralyzing traffic on Amalias Avenue. The crowd of tourists on Dionysiou Areopagitou Street is reminiscent of July. Trash overflows from the bins in the middle of the day. The sidewalks are occupied by tables and chairs.

New needs for social security

Forecasts say that in 2050, Greeks over 65 years of age will make up about 40% of the population. This demographic requires a complete redesign of the health and social security system.

The Greek state will not just need more resources; a timely reorientation of the services provided is also required, before the stability of the already overburdened system begins to be tested.

New entries in local aviation

The Greek aviation ecosystem is constantly being strengthened with new players. The new arrivals include not only foreign air carriers that are starting to connect Greece with the rest of the world, but also companies seeking to operate in freight transport or in aircraft maintenance.

Gucci opens new store in southern Athens

Fashion leader Gucci is expanding its presence in Greece with the opening of a new boutique in Athens. 

Situated at the Astir Marina, a luxury complex, the space spans over 178 square meters and carries a wide selection of men's and women's handbags, accessories, shoes, ready-to-wear and Gucci beauty.

It also carries luxury travel items from Gucci Valigeria.

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