Hatzidakis’ 7 Measures to Boost Greece’s Economy

Deputy Prime Minister Kostis Hatzidakis outlined seven key interventions to protect Greece’s economy from global instability during an event hosted by the Hellenic-Italian Chamber of Commerce in Athens on Thursday, CE Report quotes Athens-Macedonian

Hatzidakis emphasized that despite Greece’s limited direct exports to the US, the ongoing global trade tensions, triggered by President Trump’s tariffs, would have significant ripple effects on the Greek economy. He called for enhanced competitiveness, autonomy, and resilience to weather economic storms and exploit opportunities during crises.

The seven proposed measures include:

Attracting additional investments. Supporting the real economy through regulations to strengthen the Capital Market, utilizing the NSRF and Recovery Fund to boost liquidity for small and medium-sized enterprises. Increasing exports, with a focus on India and China, simplifying customs procedures, and offering export incentives. Upgrading critical infrastructure, including energy, transport, and communications projects. Expanding Greece’s productive economic base. Improving human resources and reducing unemployment, now at 8.6%. Optimizing fiscal policy and taxation to further stabilize the economy.

These steps aim to fortify Greece’s economy amidst growing international uncertainties.