The Path Forward: An Interview with Dr. Yannis Stournaras
By John D. Saracakis | Business Partners, Nov-Dec, 2024

Leaders in Focus

Throughout a distinguished career that spans over four decades, esteemed economist Dr. Yannis Stournaras has been instrumental in shaping Greece’s economic landscape, from guiding the country through turbulent waters as Minister of Finance, to introducing major reforms of the banking sector as Governor of the Bank of Greece, and influencing critical monetary policies as part…

Toward a New Cycle of Business-State Relations
By Dimitrios Panozachos, CEO, Orthologismos | Business Partners, Nov-Dec, 2024

Tax Talk

From digital transformation to brain drain, key areas present room for improvement as we strive for enhanced collaboration between Greek businesses and the state on the road to a stronger economy. Two factors have marked the Greek economy in recent years: the country’s drive for digital transformation and the large scale exodus of skilled young…

Assess and Avoid: The Role of KYC and Risk Assessment in Combating Tax Evasion and Money Laundering
By Irene Papadopoulou, Audit Partner and Risk Management Director, SOL Crowe | Business Partners, Nov-Dec, 2024

Tax Talk

Distinct from tax avoidance, which concerns the reduction of tax liability through legal means, tax evasion is an illegal practice that involves deceitful actions through which taxpayers avoid paying taxes. Above certain amounts and by type of tax, tax evasion is considered a criminal offence under Greek tax law. An open secret in the business…

Global Trends in Taxation
By Effie Adamidou, Partner, Head of Tax and Legal, KPMG in Greece | Business Partners, Nov-Dec, 2024

Tax Talk

As global taxation is undergoing rapid transformation, a handful of key trends are defining the emerging tax landscape. Geopolitical events, climate change, the evolution of business models, and social trends drive the tax policy decisions of governments and the business strategies of global organizations. Let us go through some of the most significant trends in…

A Presidency Like No Other
By Alexandros Costopoulos, Secretary General, American-Hellenic Chamber of Commerce | Business Partners, Nov-Dec, 2024

Strategic Horizons

Every four years, the race to 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue captures global attention. Given America’s unique global footprint, the monumental challenges we face, and the intrigue surrounding the Oval Office—cemented in our collective imagination by movies and TV series—this year’s U.S. elections have arguably been the most consequential of our times. The United States, battered by…

Weft and Warp: The Artful Fabric of the Basil Papantoniou Foundation
By Business Partners | Nov-Dec, 2024

Art & Culture

An outstanding anniversary exhibition honoring 50 years of the Basil Papantoniou Foundation and its work to study, preserve, and share modern Greek culture and creativity with the public, Weft and Warp takes visitors on a journey through the Foundation’s fascinating collections. To celebrate fifty years of its work researching, documenting, studying, preserving, and showcasing culturally…

BCA College: Empowering the Future of Greece’s Tourism Sector
By Dr. Christine Konstantinidou, General Manager, BCA College | Business Partners, Nov-Dec, 2024

Education

A leading provider of educational and training programs in the field of tourism and hospitality, BCA College’s Hospitality and Tourism Management Department combines comprehensive academic education and practical training and works with a strong international network of partners to equip the next generation of industry professionals with the skills, tools, and knowledge they will need…