EDITORIAL

 











Investment Opportunities in a Challenging Environment
In today’s uncertain environment, investors are looking for both stability and growth opportunities, as global developments require prudence and equilibrium. The current instability in financial markets has created a need  to evaluate short- medium- and long-term macroeconomic outlooks.

The Greek economy has performed with resilience during the recent months of financial turmoil and promises to continue with above-average growth rates. Greece’s fiscal consolidation policy and structural reform programmes have, in comparison with many other EU countries, shielded Greece from the worsening world economic climate. Growth is expected to remain positive for 2009, versus negative growth in much of the Eurozone. 

Against such a backdrop, Greece stands out as an outstanding destination for investment. Greece is positioned to offer businesspeople a wide variety of investment opportunities that take advantage of the country’s strategic geographic location and singular competitive advantages. As the hub of the diverse emerging markets of Southeast Europe and the Eastern Mediterranean, Greece provides access to populations with a strong demand for consumer goods, infrastructure modernisation, ITC networks, energy, tourism development, and manufacturing.

Invest in Greece Agency is dedicated to providing comprehensive services that investors value. At Invest in Greece Agency, businesspeople will find a reliable, resourceful, and supportive partner for information, assistance, and guidance. Our professionals supply investors with accurate research and analysis, provide a thorough presentation of incentives, assist in administrative procedures, and help find suitable business partners and favourable locations.

I am pleased to announce the launch of the new Invest in Greece website (www.investingreece.gov.gr). The Invest in Greece site has a wealth of information and resources on investing in and doing business in Greece. I urge you to visit and take a minute or two to complete our online survey.

Sincerely,
 
Dr. Dimitrios Pazaitis, Chairman of the Board & CEO 
Invest in Greece Agency