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Annual HSCC Christmas Event with Minister of State, Mr. Akis Skertsos as Guest of Honor

On December 12, 2024, the Hellenic-Swedish Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Christmas Event at Penthouse/Balthazar restaurant, with the esteemed presence of Minister of State, Mr. Akis Skertsos, representatives from the Swedish Embassy and Chamber members.
In her welcoming remarks, the Chamber’s President, Ms. Rania Patsiopoulos reflected on the achievements of 2024 and shared her optimism for 2025. She highlighted the importance of Greece-Sweden cooperation in sustainable development and digitalization. The Chamber is committed to strengthening the platform connecting both nations, supporting companies pursuing sustainable business strategies.
Minister Akis Skertsos delivered an insightful speech on economic reforms, ensuring economic stability, investment activity, digital transformation and the bilateral relationship between Greece and Sweden. He emphasized Greece’s remarkable recovery, achieving an investment-grade credit rating after 12 challenging years, driven by extensive reforms, fiscal discipline and incentives for new investments. These policies have contributed to a significant rise in private and public investments, which have increased from 11% to 16.5%, while other European nations saw stable investment activity.
Regarding Economic Resilience, Minister Skertsos highlighted the government’s agility and rapid response to international crises, which have been key factors in ensuring economic stability and resilience. He stressed that Greece, alongside Sweden, is leading the way in the integration of artificial intelligence in the public sector, enhancing both administrative efficiency and business operations.
The event concluded with a message of hope and optimism for the new year, as Ms. Rania Patsiopoulos extended warm wishes for health, happiness and prosperity.
Special thanks to the event sponsors: ABB, Saracakis Group of Companies SKF, Combitrans HellasLTD Forwarding Company and IKEA- Housemarket S.A.
Additionally, heartfelt appreciation was given to the member companies that contributed beautiful gifts to the Christmas lottery : Candia, Oriflame, Volvo Car Hellas, Electrolux Group & to the company KARANIKA SOFIA ‘PLAC CONTROL’ for the lovely giveaway gifts offered to all guests!