Takis Theodorikakos
Development minister pushes supermarkets to highlight discounts
Development Minister Takis Theodorikakos told Real FM on Tuesday that on Monday he asked supermarkets to place a special sign on the shelves with the products that will undergo a discount, as agreed with the ministry.
Theodorikakos: Effort to cut prices must be universal
Everyone must continue the effort to reduce prices, with a reduction of the gross profit margin for the benefit of consumers, Development Minister Takis Theodorikakos said on Monday during a meeting with the board of the supermarkets' union.
Shipyard investments become ‘strategic’
Investments in the shipbuilding industry will be considered of strategic importance, Development Minister Takis Theodorikakos said on Wednesday during his visit to Elefsis Shipyards, close to Piraeus. He added that the shipbuilding industry will offer more opportunities for safe employment for young people who want to work and produce in this area.
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US ambassador stresses importance of American investments
US Ambassador to Greece George Tsunis highlighted, on Wednesday, the importance of American investments in Greece, underscoring the United States' commitment to supporting and expanding its economic footprint in the country.
Final list of reduced supermarket products released
An updated and expanded list of 362 products whose prices will be lowered was announced by the Development Ministry on Tuesday.
The price reductions range from 5% to 24%, while the price of a total of 600 products will be gradually reduced, according to estimates from the Greek Supermarket Association.
Ministry of Development: The list of 123 products included in the price reduction initiative of 6% to 15%
The Ministry of Development has published the list of 123 products that have so far been included in the price reduction initiative, which ranges from 6% to 15%.
Attracting major investments
The redesign of the investment incentives law, both in terms of the business sectors that are strengthened and in terms of incentives, as well as the redistribution of resources, is at the heart of the interventions the government announced on Monday in its effort to transform Greece's production model.
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The bet on development: €8.5 billion announced today for investments in industry-innovation
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Theodorikakos: “We are doing everything to put a brake on the prices of basic goods – 26 major companies under inspection for 2,500 product codes”
Development Minister Takis Theodorikakos emphasized that he has made it clear from the start that they will do everything possible and remain open to any serious and positive proposal to curb prices, especially for food and essential goods.
Funding earmarked for Volos and Pilio businesses hit by 2023 floods
Government funding totaling between 3 and 4 million euros will be provided to businesses in the greater Volos area in southern Pilio and in Almyros, which were affected by the destructive Storm Daniel that slammed central Greece last year.