Greece's Ministry of National Economy and Finance issued a ministerial statement following the Eurogroup and ECOFIN meetings, linking current geopolitical tensions to economic priorities and calling for steps to strengthen Europe’s competitiveness, including through EU customs reform and a more integrated energy market. The minister argued for de-escalation and diplomacy in response to developments in the Middle East, and highlighted discussions on modernising Greece’s customs and the broader EU customs reform agenda. Competitiveness priorities included removing remaining barriers between EU member states, as presented by the International Monetary Fund, and achieving a unified EU energy market to help lower energy prices for consumers and businesses. The statement also reiterated Greece’s fiscal stability and intention to continue reforms, and welcomed Bulgaria’s accession to the euro area from January, citing its nominal convergence against the criteria.
Ministry of National Economy and Finance (Greece) 2025-06-20
Greece's Ministry of National Economy and Finance outlines EU customs reform and unified energy market priorities after Eurogroup and ECOFIN discussions
Greece's Ministry of National Economy and Finance issued a statement post-Eurogroup and ECOFIN meetings, emphasizing the need to enhance Europe's competitiveness through EU customs reform and energy market integration. The statement called for de-escalation in the Middle East and highlighted Greece's commitment to fiscal stability and ongoing reforms. It also welcomed Bulgaria's euro area accession, noting its nominal convergence with criteria.