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Greece is planning to implement a “smart strategy” that will encourage its citizens to contribute to the fight against the coronavirus pandemic.

The European Commission has called on member states to endorse a common reopening strategy including the issuing of “green certificates” for safe travel.

The world’s aviation, tourism and travel sectors have warmly welcomed the idea of an EU-wide digital green certificate verifying Covid-19 vaccination.

Energy efficiency and investments in culture, tourism and the agrifood sector are some of Greece’s key reforms that will receive funding from the EU’s Covid-19 Recovery Fund.

The Greek Tourism Ministry will set up a special working group to draw up a national strategy for the development of mountain tourism in Greece.

Greece’s committee of health experts will convene on Wednesday to discuss the possibility of easing Covid-19 measures and re-opening retail.

US airlines are set to receive renewed financial backing to tune of the $14 billion after Unites States’ lawmakers approved a new payroll assistance package.

Greek authorities have reacted strongly to claims made by UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson that the Britain will not return the Parthenon Marbles to its legal owner Greece.

Companies in Greece with more than 20 employees are now eligible for free rapid testing for Covid-19.

The EU and the WHO are working to achieve the universal recognition of digital green certificates that will facilitate travel in the post-Covid-19 era.