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The Greek government is reportedly examining the possibility of introducing a fee for admission to Mount Olympus National Park, sparking reactions from environmentalists and recreation groups.

Evia residents and business owners impacted by the devastating fires will receive financial support in the coming days, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said.

Greek authorities have ordered strict Covid-19 measures for Rethymno, Crete, and extended measures in Chania and Heraklion until August 25, after a spike in coronavirus cases.

Investments and exports are expected to boost the Greek economy as Greece and the US enter a renewed period of cooperation.

Greece said this week that a “European approach” was required to address the Afghanistan crisis and imminent appeals for asylum and access to the EU.

Inbound flight activity to Greece surged in July, with international arrivals up by 146.8% against the same month in 2020, the Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority said.

Greece has opened a platform accepting applications from employees who worked at enterprises that were affected by the massive fires.

Tourism flows to Greece in August picked up pace despite Covid-19 and the devastating fires this month, driven by a strong demand in Europe.

Increasing traveler flows generating demand for tourism services boosted employment in July, according to the Greek labor ministry.

Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis said he would see to it that additional aid would be extended to tourism enterprises and employees affected by the fires on Evia.