T
o this end, we are immediately taking
measures and making interventions
focused on four main priorities-axes:
•
First, rekindling the economy, through the uti-
lization of new, as well as existing, financing
instruments, such as the new investment law
and the NSRF. We have already enacted a
new investment law, earmarking €2.15 billion
for the first proclamations for investment plans,
while the absorption rate of NSRF funds has
been increased, with the aim of doubling
NSRF intake.
•
Second, boosting Greek exports, through a new
strategy for promoting the extroversion of Greek
enterprises, anchored on the promising positive
trends that were recorded during 2010.
•
Third, creating a sound regime for competition,
simultaneously driving down prices through
new regulations and mutually beneficial deals
with enterprises.
•
Fourth, establishing a national movement for
new-innovative and young entrepreneurship,
with special earmarked funds of €100 million in
the new investment law and targeted programs
for startups that will be implemented during the
year.
•
Five, creating a business-friendly environment
through the abolition of disincentives and
bureaucratic obstacles, as is the case of the
operation of business parks, the licensing of
technical occupations and manufacturing
Trade with Greece
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Our rigorous effort for fiscal consolidation
and adjustment is combined with a
National Progressive Growth Policy, based
on an existing liquidity foundation, as
well as new investment and funding tools,
and aimed at economic growth.
Laying
the
Foundations
for
Growth
The role of the new National Hellenic
Fund for Entrepreneurship and
Development (ETEAN)
By Michalis Chrisochoidis,
Minister of Regional Development and Competitiveness
