Exports are a national priority that requires vigilance, readiness, and strong collaboration between the state and businesses to foster their growth and development.
At the anniversary conference hosted by the Panhellenic Exporters Association, with support from “Naftemporiki,” it was highlighted that, amidst geopolitical instability, an energy crisis, and rapid technological advancements, the Association is taking renewed initiatives for the future of exports. They emphasize the importance of a new generation capable of shaping and strengthening Greek export identity.
Alkiviadis Kalambokis, president of the Panhellenic Exporters Association, stated, “The Association has a vision for internationalization and continues to propose specific strategies to the government and relevant bodies to forge a united approach with long-term objectives.”
He added, “We are no longer just a ‘traditional’ economy. We are a nation exporting talent, knowledge, and modern entrepreneurship.” He noted that “in 2024, exports are projected to reach 50 billion euros, a testament to hard work, persistence, and collective effort,” while also expressing a vision for Greece where the label ‘Made in Greece’ symbolizes quality, innovation, reliability, and ethics.
Looking ahead to the next decade, the Association aims to train and mentor new exporters, fully digitize tools and services, and streamline customs and trade procedures. Their goals include sustainable green exports, innovative infrastructure and logistics enhancements, market expansion into Asia, Africa, and Latin America, and providing support to small and medium enterprises to help them grow. “We are entering a new era. Artificial intelligence, green transitions, and a shifting geopolitical landscape are transforming the environment. The Association is not merely an observer; it has a plan, takes action, envisions progress, and prioritizes the digitalization of its resources while seeking new markets for Greek products that are not yet established,” the president concluded.
