
Greece Implements Price Reductions on Essential Goods
The Greek Ministry of Development announced an average 7% price reduction on 850 product codes, with a focus on school supplies, effective September 1st.
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The Greek Ministry of Development announced an average 7% price reduction on 850 product codes, with a focus on school supplies, effective September 1st.

Romania's Ministry of Development is introducing a system of reference indices for investments in the new Spatial Planning, Urbanism, and Construction Code, aiming to clarify investment costs and establish a national database.

The Greek Ministry of Development is in the fourth phase of implementing its 'Investor Information Line' project, imposing penalty clauses on the contractor due to overdue submissions.

Sources within the Greek Ministry of Development express satisfaction with recent supermarket price data, suggesting that the informal agreement between the government, food industry, and retail chains is beginning to show positive results. They point to negative inflation in supermarkets.
The head of Poland's Ministry of Funds and Regional Policy reacted with outrage to a project from the Ministry of Development, with the article suggesting she should have read the proposal more carefully before criticizing it.
Poland's Ministry of Development is preparing new legislation to address the issue of incompetent property managers, aiming to end impunity for those who mismanage properties worth millions.
The Polish construction industry is expressing stress and impatience as new regulations for building after September 20, 2026, are still pending, though the Ministry of Development assures a legislative solution is prepared.

The Panhellenic Federation of Property Owners (POMIDA) has proposed to the Greek Ministry of Development that the Elevator Inventory Registry platform should operate permanently, to allow all owners to register their elevators.

A new bill from the Greek Ministry of Development introduces radical changes to the Greek market, granting enhanced powers to the Competition Commission to combat price gouging and protect consumers.
Poland's Ministry of Development and Technology is preparing to regulate real estate agents, proposing new rules that include a ban on collecting fees from both the buyer and the seller in a transaction.

The Piraeus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (EVEP) is advocating for legislative reform to restore the institutional autonomy of chambers and free them from state administrative control, submitting a memorandum to the Ministry of Development.

Greece's Ministry of Development has initiated public consultation on a draft law concerning consumer credit, which proposes changes to credit agreements and electronic transactions, including caps on interest rates and the total cost of loans.
Poland's Ministry of Development and Technology has proposed reforms for family foundations, including electronic registration, defining the founder's role, and tightening tax regulations, after three years of their operation.

The Greek Ministry of Development has confirmed that the cap on supermarket profit margins remains in place, indicating a positive climate for an agreement to reduce prices on basic goods, though preparatory work is still required.

The Greek Ministry of Development is pursuing an agreement with food industries and supermarket chains to reduce prices on basic necessities, aiming to avoid further inflation.

Greece's Ministry of Development is accelerating plans for a new market control era, utilizing artificial intelligence and real-time market data through the 'PosoKanei' platform to combat high prices and protect consumers.
Poland's Ministry of Development and Technology is responding to proposals from retailers to introduce flexible Sunday shopping hours in tourist destinations, allowing stores to open more frequently during peak seasons.

An investment plan for the expansion of a hotel unit in Agia Galini, Crete, has received an advance payment of €494,432.17 from the Ministry of Development under a growth law.

Greek Minister Takis Theodorikakos discussed a new Ministry of Development bill, soon to be in public consultation, which aims to cap loan charges and end hidden fees and excessive interest on consumer credit.

The Federal Ministry of Development, Entrepreneurship and Crafts in Bosnia and Herzegovina announced its cooperation with POSKOK, the Special Department for Suppression of Corruption and Organized Crime, in an ongoing investigation involving witness interrogations and documentation seizure.

The Greek Ministry of Development has introduced an amendment to compensate ferry companies for mandatory discounts, fulfilling a long-standing request from the sector.

According to T. Theodorikakos, the provisions of the Ministry of Development's multi-bill are meeting with the acceptance of the overwhelming majority of involved parties during discussions in the Standing Committee on Production and Trade of the Parliament.

A special rapporteur from SYRIZA-PS spoke before the Standing Committee on Production and Trade in the Greek Parliament regarding a draft law from the Ministry of Development.

Greece's Ministry of Development has announced a two-pillar plan aimed at alleviating energy costs for the industrial sector and supporting new investments, providing relief to businesses facing high energy expenses.

The Greek Ministry of Development is introducing a bill to parliament today for discussion and voting, aiming to ratify emergency measures to curb unfair profiteering by capping prices on fuel and supermarket goods.

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is attending an event organized by the Ministry of Development concerning the new Development Law, where he is expected to deliver a speech.
A new version of the proposed amendment to Poland's planning law has sparked debate among real estate law experts even before its official publication, with the Ministry of Development and Technology reassuring that it does not intend to allow multiple permits for a single property.

The Romanian Ministry of Development, Public Works and Administration is allocating over 207 million lei for the seismic consolidation and modernization of eight buildings at high seismic risk.

An emergency meeting was held at the Greek Ministry of Development to address rising fuel prices. The market supervisory authority has activated strict control frameworks since the weekend, scrutinizing retail fuel prices, a matter of concern for both consumers and the economy.

The Romanian government has adopted an administrative reform package, elaborated by the Ministry of Development, which will eliminate 6,409 positions in local and central administration to ensure decentralization and faster local development.

Takis Theodorikakos, the Greek Minister, highlighted the Ministry of Development's and the government's policies aimed at supporting the disposable income of Greek families through interventions to reduce the cost of living, strengthen the productive economy, and create jobs.

Η ενίσχυση της έρευνας και της καινοτομίας, με στόχο την αύξηση της παραγωγικότητας και της ανταγωνιστικότητας της ελληνικής οικονομίας, αποτελεί στρατηγική επιλογή του υπουργείου Ανάπτυξης.

Minister Takis Theodorikakos affirmed the government's commitment to supporting research and innovation through concrete actions. He highlighted the funding of ELIDEK through the Ministry of Development's EPA program.
The Polish Ministry of Development and Technology has prepared new regulations for installing and operating solar panels, making fire safety measures mandatory to address potential hazards associated with faulty installations.
After nearly two years of work, Poland's Ministry of Development and Technology finalized new regulations concerning technical conditions for buildings and their placement. Experts explain that these changes will significantly impact both 'patodevelopers' and seniors.
Cars have disappeared from in front of the Ministry of Development and Technology building in Warsaw, with the parking area to be replaced by greenery as part of an urban space initiative.

According to information from the Ministry of Development, prices will be reduced across 12 categories of products in Greece, including fresh meat, dairy, bread, pasta, rice, and legumes.

The Greek Ministry of Development's draft law on consumer protection is being criticized for being outdated and containing 'gray areas,' despite the minister's claims that it strengthens consumer protection.

The Ministry of Development has approved the demerger of a branch of Prodea Investments REIC, which will be absorbed by its wholly-owned subsidiary, Thriaseus Monoprosopi S.A.
Ukraine's Ministry of Development, representing the state as a shareholder of JSC Ukrposhta, has not yet received official documents from the National Bank of Ukraine requesting the dismissal of CEO Ihor Smilianskyi.

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis will chair a meeting at Maximos Mansion to discuss the new price comparison application 'PosoKanei' developed by the Ministry of Development.

Greece's Ministry of Development is advancing a new bill on consumer credit, aiming to protect consumer rights against abusive and misleading practices by eliminating 'fine print' and establishing an interest rate cap.

T. Theodorikakos, the Minister of Development, highlighted productivity, demographics, and reducing inequalities as Greece's national challenges for 2030, also referring to the strong consumer protection framework against profiteering and abusive behaviors created by the Ministry of Development.
Journalists reported last week that Ryszard Petru is being considered for a deputy minister position in Poland's Ministry of Development and Technology. Andrzej Domański was questioned about Petru's possible entry into the government.

The progress of the 'THORAX' program, funded by the Ministry of Development with 48,950,000 euros from the Recovery Fund, was the focus of a meeting between the Minister of National Defense and the Minister of Citizen Protection.
Poland's Ministry of Development and Technology has softened proposed regulations concerning the independent ownership of units in multi-family buildings, allowing municipalities to decide on the possibility of establishing separate ownership.

An interministerial committee in Greece has given the "green light" to Metlen's landmark investment plan for gallium production. This approval paves the way for significant capital investment in the country.

The Greek Ministry of Development plans to end "fine print" and abusive, usurious practices in consumer loans and credit cards by incorporating two community directives into national law.
Poland's Ministry of Development and Technology is proposing new regulations that would require apartment owners to obtain consent from neighbors before operating a business from their residence, addressing concerns about disruption.

The Romanian Ministry of Development has achieved a 77% absorption rate for the four components of the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR) it coordinates, with Minister Cseke Attila predictin

The Greek government continues its reforms to boost development and entrepreneurship, with a new bill from the Ministry of Development introduced to the plenary session of Parliament.

The Greek Minister of Development, Takis Theodorikakos, announced the immediate re-proclamation of three basic regimes of the development law, with a total budget of €450 million, aimed at productive investments.

The Greek Ministry of Development has submitted a draft law outlining ten interventions aimed at strengthening entrepreneurship, industry, and competitiveness, which are expected to create new job opportunities.
Poland's Ministry of Development and Technology is introducing new regulations to impose financial penalties on owners of 'worker hostels' often set up in single-family homes or basements.

A bill from the Ministry of Development aimed at curbing unfair profitability has been approved by the Production and Trade Committee, with only New Democracy voting in favor, and is now set to be debated in the Plenum on Thursday.

The Greek Ministry of Development has issued clarifications regarding the payment of the fee to the Competition Commission during the establishment and capital increase of anonymous companies, following inquiries.

The Greek Ministry of Development is close to activating emergency market regulations amid concerns over rising fuel prices and container freight costs, anticipating economic shocks from the Persian Gulf conflict.

The Greek Ministry of Development is promoting legislative intervention to combat 'shrinkflation' by mandating labeling for products sold with reduced quantity but the same price, aiming for greater transparency in consumer markets.

The Greek Ministry of Development has launched a public electronic consultation for a new multi-bill aimed at simplifying economic activities and strengthening investments, titled 'Simplification of the framework for exercising economic activities of Law 4442/2016'.

Romania's Ministry of Development announced that the new Code of Spatial Planning, Urbanism, and Construction (CATUC) will introduce significant changes to local development rules, focusing on increasing safety and resilience of built environments and integrating crisis management.

Fishing tourism is emerging as a new source of income for professional fishermen in Greece, with a special program from the Ministry of Development supporting this initiative. This allows visitors to experience the sea and provides an additional revenue stream for the fishing community.
Poland's Ministry of Development has refined a new draft law aimed at strengthening consumer protection against developers, specifically by prohibiting apartment price increases.

Greece's 4th generation Technology Park, ThessINTEC, has been integrated into the Ministry of Development's Sectoral Development Program 2026-2030, securing over 30 million euros in public funding.

The General Secretariat for Private Investments under the Greek Ministry of Development has recorded its highest performance to date in issuing tax exemption decisions, approving over €134 million for 90 investment plans.
The Polish construction industry is expressing stress and impatience over the lack of regulations for building after September 20, 2026, with the Ministry of Development assuring that a legislative solution is being prepared to ensure continuity.

Romania's Ministry of Development has extended the deadline for implementing and finalizing the settlement of projects funded through the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR) until August 30, with Minister Cseke Attila stating this is the final postponement for over 5,300 contracts.

The Italian Ambassador to India met with the Secretary of the Ministry of Development, Skills, and Entrepreneurship to explore opportunities for joint work and support for vocational training in India.

The Greek Ministry of Development is establishing five specialized working groups and a central coordinating team to prepare for Greece's upcoming Presidency of the Council of the European Union in the second half of 2027.
Poland's Ministry of Development has decided against creating a registry for housing communities, a move that several organizations warn will lead to legal uncertainty in property transactions.

Greece's Ministry of Development has opened a draft law for public consultation, aiming to cap total loan repayment costs and prevent over-indebtedness for consumers.

Takis Theodorikakos presented a two-year report on his work at the Ministry of Development, highlighting 915 investments and 15,000 new jobs created through a series of reforms.

Designated Prime Minister Eugen Tomac has invited Bucharest General Mayor Ciprian Ciucu to join his government, specifically offering him the Ministry of Development.
Poland's Ministry of Development and Technology is proposing new regulations that could complicate the sale of business-owned apartments to consumers, aiming to prevent entrepreneurs from evading liability for defects.

The Greek Ministry of Development is advancing a new legislative framework to boost Foreign Direct Investments, offering tax incentives, fast-track licensing, and financial tools to attract significant capital.

Joint inspection teams from Greek police and the Ministry of Development have begun nationwide raids on kiosks and mini-markets to seize cannabis product inventories, as a new law banning retail sales takes immediate effect.
Poland's Ministry of Development and Technology has prepared a draft amendment to the developer law, aiming to significantly strengthen the rights of individuals purchasing apartments and houses on the primary market.

A new multi-bill from the Ministry of Development proposes that employers would be able to approve, control, and criminally prosecute labor inspectors.

Development Minister Takis Theodorikakos is visiting Larissa to see firsthand the results of the support provided by the Ministry of Development to businesses in the region,...
Poland's Ministry of Development and Technology intends to combat the practice of converting single-family homes into informal worker hotels, an issue that has raised safety concerns among local authorities and residents.

The Vice President of Left and member of the EMPL Committee issued a statement regarding a workplace accident in Macedonia and the Ministry of Development's proposed bill.

Greece's corporate law is undergoing a significant reform, with the Ministry of Development establishing a legislative committee to codify scattered provisions into a unified and modern framework.
Poles living in cooperative apartments on unregulated land may finally get a chance to resolve a problem dating back to the PRL era. The Ministry of Development has prepared a new draft project obliging cities to recognize applications.

A bill from the Ministry of Development concerning unfair profitability is being introduced for discussion and voting in the Greek Parliament today, following its approval by the Production and Trade Committee.

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is scheduled to speak on Monday, March 16, at an event hosted by the Ministry of Development at the SNFCC, focusing on the Development Law and strategic investments.
Poland and the European Space Agency began discussions late last year regarding the establishment of a space security center in Poland, with the Ministry of Development and Technology now addressing questions about its progress.

Greek Minister T. Theodorikakos stated that the Ministry of Development has prepared a series of emergency regulatory measures to protect consumers, awaiting a final government decision for implementation.
Romania's Ministry of Development is allocating 5.6 billion lei for the seismic consolidation of buildings, with 418 financing contracts already underway, 49 years after the 1977 earthquake.
Portugal's Ministry of Development is increasing its support for reconstruction efforts by providing guarantees on an additional one billion euros in credit, bringing the total available credit to three billion euros. Companies benefiting from this third line of support will be exempt from guarantee and banking fees.