AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoInfrastructure & Trade: The Corinth Canal fully reopened on June 17 after restoration and slope stabilization, with digital booking/payment now handling most yacht traffic and a push to turn the isthmus into a tourism and trade hub. Business Diplomacy: India’s Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal is in Greece leading a delegation to expand trade and investment, including startup pitches at THEA and talks with the Athens Chamber of Commerce. EU Regulation & Crypto: The EU’s banking watchdog EBA outlined tougher MiCA enforcement, with potentially large penalties for non-compliant crypto issuers as July 1 approaches; meanwhile Binance’s EU service changes and Greek MiCA application withdrawal are driving user uncertainty. Marine Economy: Greece launched a €5.33/kg bounty to pay professional fishermen for catching the invasive, toxic silver-cheeked toadfish, aiming to protect nets and fishing incomes during peak season. Energy & Islands: Halki is betting on sustainable growth—using a 1 MW solar park via an energy community and upgrading water, sewage and coastal protection to avoid mass-tourism pressure. Policy & Governance: Prime Minister Mitsotakis defended his 2019-2026 record in a weekly post, arguing progress is measurable and urging continued reforms.
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