Greece Shifts to Productivity as EU Funding Continues

Friday, 29 May 2026/Source: Flashnews/1 min read

Greece's Finance Minister Kostis Hatzidakis spoke at the Economist Conference held in Chania, Crete, outlining the country's economic priorities going forward. He stated that while the focus until now has been on fiscal discipline to stabilize the economy, future emphasis will shift toward productivity and competitiveness. He also confirmed that substantial European funding will remain available even after the current Recovery and Resilience Facility ends. For visitors, this signals continued investment in Greek infrastructure, tourism facilities, and public services in the coming years. The Economist Conference is an annual high-profile event held in Chania, bringing together political and business leaders to discuss economic policy. Chania is located on the northwest coast of Crete and is easily reached from Chania International Airport.