AADE steps into €1m shoe tax evasion case
Tax inspectors from the Independent Public Revenue Authority (AADE) using a special algorithm have exposed a major case of smuggling and tax evasion worth more than €1 million. Source link
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Indian Spices Reach Greece, Spain, and Portugal – Greek City Times
A Kerala-based B2B spice exporter has begun shipping to buyers in Spain, Portugal and Greece, adding three southern European markets to its existing European operations this quarter. Spice of Indian, operated by KSAR Inforcement OPC Pvt Ltd and headquartered in Ernakulam, Kerala, already supplied importers in other parts of Europe as well as the Middle …
Greek-American bloc faces test in mid-term elections
In summertime Washington, where the 250th anniversary of American independence is still being celebrated somewhat half-heartedly, there is little to suggest that elections are only weeks away and, according to many analysts, unusually consequential ones at that. Source link
‘It can make our country rich’
“There is only one big, important, national industry for Greece. An industry that has been advertised for 2,000 years – and free of charge.” Source link
Volunteers Remove 366kg of Waste from Thermaic Gulf
Volunteers from the Greek Eco Project removed 366 kilograms of waste and two electric scooters from the Thermaic Gulf during a cleanup operation in Thessaloniki on Sunday morning. Ten volunteers took part in the operation, working along the coastline from the White Tower to the Port of Thessaloniki. The team collected 61 bags of waste, …
Greece’s political season kicks off
The government is preparing for Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis’ speech at the Thessaloniki International Fair, which traditionally marks the beginning of the country’s new political and economic season. Mitsotakis’ appearance is particularly significant this year, as it will be his last before the next national elections. Source link
Israel, Greece sign €3.1bn ‘Achilles Shield’ air-defense deal in Tel Aviv – Greek City Times
TEL AVIV — Israel and Greece signed a €3.1 billion air-defense agreement on Monday, the largest defense deal ever concluded between the two countries. The program, known as Achilles Shield, will combine Rafael’s David’s Sling and SPYDER systems with Israel Aerospace Industries’ BARAK MX into an integrated, nationwide network against ballistic missiles, aircraft and drones. …
Norman Hyams’ final journey through Patmos
Following “No Rush,” the last exhibition of British painter Norman Hyams’ work at Hannah Barry Gallery and the first since his death in 2024, “Pnevma” marked the artist’s first international exhibition of paintings. Source link
Mikis Theodorakis Festival Celebrates His Legacy
The 12th Mikis Theodorakis Festival begins today, Monday, August 31, in Chania and runs through September 3, with a series of events dedicated to the life and work of the internationally renowned Greek composer. The festival has become an established cultural institution in Chania. The Region of Crete, the Municipality of Chania and the Pan-Cretan …
Greece signs 3 billion euro defense deal with Israel
Israel and Greece signed a 3 billion euro ($3.48 billion) defense deal on Monday under which Israel would build a “multi layered” defense system for Greece, according to a statement by the spokesperson of Israel’s defense ministry. Source link