European finance ministers, including Greece's Kyriakos Pierrakakis and Ireland's Tánaiste, gathered in Brussels for Eurogroup and ECOFIN meetings. Discussions were expected to focus on economic issues, including the impact of the Middle East crisis.
Former Eurogroup President Jeroen Dijsselbloem met with current Eurogroup President and Greek Minister of National Economy and Finance, Kyriakos Pierrakakis, expressing pride in the latter's leadership.
Greek Minister of Finance and Eurogroup President Pierrakakis is facing criticism for a perceived "confusion of roles" in his response to SYRIZA president Sokratis Famellos.
Eurogroup President Kyriakos Pierrakakis has publicly questioned Eurostat data, stating that economic figures are specific and do not change based on narrative, while noting Greece's position at the bottom alongside Bulgaria.
Η αποτίμηση των επιπτώσεων της κρίσης στη Μέση Ανατολή στην οικονομία της ΕΕ, θα είναι το πρώτο θέμα της ημερήσιας διάταξης του Eurogroup, το οποίο θα πραγματοποιηθεί μέσω τηλεδιάσκεψης την…
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The Eurogroup will hold a teleconference meeting on Friday to discuss the economic repercussions of the Middle East crisis, aiming for coordination among member states without immediate decisions.
«Η κάλυψη του επενδυτικού κενού της ΕΕ αποτελεί στρατηγική προτεραιότητα» επισημαίνει ο πρόεδρος του Eurogroup και υπουργός Οικονομικών, Κυριάκος Πιερρακάκης.
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Kyriakos Pierrakakis, Greece's Minister of Economy and Eurogroup President, emphasized to Reuters the urgent need for Europe to act immediately to alleviate pressure from persistently high energy prices.
At the Eurogroup and ECOFIN meetings, Pierrakakis emphasized that Europe cannot constantly remain in crisis management mode and must transcend immediate crises. He called for common decisions and coordinated action on critical economic issues, setting aside national divisions.
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Kyriakos Pierrakakis, President of the Eurogroup, emphasized the need to manage the energy crisis with the goal of protecting businesses and households from price increases, as he arrived at the Council of Ministers of Economy.
Portugal's Finance Minister, speaking at the Eurogroup in Brussels, warned of a potential deficit in 2026 if circumstances, such as storms and the escalating Middle East conflict, necessitate it.
The decades-old European economic model, largely reliant on an expanding workforce, is approaching its end, according to Eurogroup President Kyriakos Pierrakakis, who emphasized the need for change.
Kyriakos Pierrakakis, President of the Eurogroup, met with the Brussels Troika ahead of the European Council on March 19. Discussions included the economic situation of the European Union within the complex geopolitical context.
Iceland's Minister of Industries, Hanna Katrín Friðriksson, received an open letter from Eurogroup for Animals, Animal Welfare Foundation, and the Icelandic Animal Welfare Association, calling for a ban on blood mare farming.
The Finance Minister and Eurogroup President made a post on the loss of the great Byzantine scholar who passed away today at the age of 99
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A meeting took place in Athens between Greek Finance Minister Kyriakos Pierrakakis and former Eurogroup president Jeroen Dijsselbloem, with Dijsselbloem expressing pride in Pierrakakis's role.
SYRIZA President Sokratis Famellos criticized the government's announced measures to cover the OPEKEPE scandal, calling them performative. He also stated that the Eurogroup president should assist the country rather than dictate terms.
The Strait of Hormuz has reopened, easing global energy concerns, with President Trump expressing optimism for an impending deal with Iran. However, Iranian officials have warned they could re-close the vital waterway if the US blockade continues, while also rejecting Trump's claims about giving up uranium.
The Middle East conflict continues to fuel inflation and impact global economies, leading to growing doubt among UK shoppers and prompting governments like India and Albania to implement measures such as export duties, reduced excise taxes, and price board meetings to stabilize fuel prices. Spanish families are also saving more amidst rising inflation, while European fund managers advise on investment strategies to mitigate risks.
New bookings for mass tourism in Greece, particularly for sun and sea holidays, are experiencing an 8-10% lag, attributed to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and increased travel insecurity among potential visitors.
Eurogroup President Kyriakos Pierrakakis, upon arriving at the European Council in Brussels, emphasised that "the crisis in the Middle East and its consequences have already begun to affect the daily…
Greek Minister of Economy and Eurogroup President, Kyriakos Pierrakakis, stated in Larissa that the Greek economy remains resilient and is evolving despite international challenges and crises. He emphasized the interconnectedness of a strong economy and a strong Greece.
Eurogroup President Kyriakos Pierrakakis sent a letter to European Council President António Costa ahead of the March 19 Euro Summit, affirming the Eurozone's fundamental stability but acknowledging persistent uncertainty.
Eurogroup President and Economy Minister Kyriakos Pierrakakis has called for common decisions and coordinated action on critical economic issues, emphasizing the need for European action rather than 'asterisks' and national 'exceptions' in the face of the crisis.
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“Instability in the Middle East and the ongoing war in Ukraine remind us how vulnerable energy markets are and how exposed our economies remain to external factors…”
The Eurogroup convened to discuss the Middle East crisis and its potential economic repercussions for EU member states, with Greek Minister Kyriakos Pierrakakis emphasizing the need to be prepared for prolonged instability.
Increases of up to €0.40 for gasoline and €0.60 for diesel – Energy costs are at the forefront of the Eurogroup meeting
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Η κλιμάκωση της κρίσης στη Μέση Ανατολή επαναφέρει στο προσκήνιο έναν γνώριμο φόβο για την ευρωπαϊκή οικονομία: την επιστροφή των υψηλών τιμών ενέργειας.
A pan-European alert has been issued regarding energy costs, with the Greek economic team in full readiness for upcoming European decisions on oil and gas prices, expected to be discussed at the next Eurogroup meeting.
Η διάρκεια της σύγκρουσης στη Μέση Ανατολή δοκιμάζει για ακόμα μία φορά την παγκόσμια οικονομία.
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Pierrakakis emphasized the international role of the euro as a strategic response to Europe's economic challenges during Eurogroup and ECOFIN meetings in Brussels.
The Greek Minister of National Economy and Finance and current Eurogroup President, Kostis Pierrakakis, met with Jeroen Dijsselbloem, the former Eurogroup President and Mayor of Eindhoven, Netherlands.
The legality of billions in Greek surplus funds is being questioned, with a comparison drawn between Pierrakakis and former Eurogroup President Jeroen Dijsselbloem. The articles raise concerns about t
Kyriakos Pierrakakis, the Greek Minister of National Economy and Finance, attended the G7 meeting as President of the Eurogroup, where he discussed the current limitations of energy and the future potential of artificial intelligence.
Despite caps and subsidies, Greece is experiencing new increases in freight rates and a continued rally in fuel prices, creating significant pressure on consumers and the Eurogroup.
The Eurogroup has called an emergency meeting to discuss the Iran war's impact on European state finances, as rising bond yields burden the region. The Austrian National Bank lowered its growth forecast to 0.5%, and Hungary's interest rate cut cycle has been halted, both citing the Iran conflict and rising energy prices.
Kyriakos Pierrakakis, President of the Eurogroup and Minister of National Economy and Finance, stated on Facebook that covering the EU's investment gap is a strategic priority, calling the Savings Union Europe's biggest political gamble.
Eurogroup President Kyriakos Pierrakakis stated that Europe must intervene immediately if energy prices remain high, emphasizing that such action is necessary to reduce economic pressures.
Days before the March 19th Summit, Eurogroup President Kyriakos Pierrakakis outlined the economic challenges facing Europe in a letter to the President of the European Council. He acknowledged strong fundamental economic indicators but highlighted persistent uncertainty.
Συντονισμένη δράση στα κρίσιμα ζητήματα της οικονομίας, βάζοντας στην άκρη εθνικούς διαχωρισμούς και συμφέροντα, ζητεί ο πρόεδρος του Eurogroup και υπουργός Εθνικής Οικονομίας και Οικονομικών,…
Το Eurogroup επιχειρεί να κρατήσει όλες τις επιλογές στο τραπέζι απέναντι στη νέα ενεργειακή αβεβαιότητα που προκαλεί η κλιμάκωση της σύρραξης στη Μέση Ανατολή.
The head of the Eurogroup sees the European economy with 'capacity and resilience to absorb temporary shocks,' but warns of the possibility of an impact on maritime transport and energy prices.
The president of the Eurogroup stresses that Europe is closely monitoring developments in the Middle East and is considering tools to support households and businesses if the energy crisis worsens -…
Joaquim Miranda Sarmento stated at the Eurogroup meeting that he does not believe the European Commission will object to a temporary and extraordinary discount on the diesel fuel tax.
Three European Central Bank policymakers warned on Thursday that euro zone inflation would likely rise, and growth sag, if the war in Iran were to become drawn out and suck in more countries.
The Eurogroup leader believes that 'geopolitical innocence is over' and that investing in a digital euro will bring 'sovereignty.' He anticipates effects on investor confidence and supply, depending on the duration of the Middle East conflict, and warns against complacency in the Eurozone economy.
Kyriakos Pierrakakis, President of the Eurogroup, met with European Council President António Costa, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, and ECB President Christine Lagarde in Brussels to discuss the main axes of the upcoming EU Summit on March 19.
Greece's Minister of National Economy and Finance and Eurogroup President, Kyriakos Pierrakakis, is in Brussels for meetings with European Council President António Costa, Ursula von der Leyen, and Christine Lagarde ahead of the Euro Summit.
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