Unpacking BEPS 2.0: What Do Global Tax Reforms Mean for Transfer Pricing?
By Spyros Kaminaris, Partner, Head of Tax, EY in Greece | Business Partners, Nov-Dec, 2024

Tax Talk

The OECD’s BEPS 2.0 Pillar Two is dramatically changing the international tax landscape, creating reporting and compliance challenges for multinational enterprises. The Inclusive Framework on Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (BEPS 2.0), introduced by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), seeks to ensure that income is taxed at an appropriate rate and that…

Generative AI: Transforming Healthcare in Greece for the Next Century
By Alexandra Loli, PhD, Publisher | Business Partners, Nov-Dec, 2024

Viewpoint

After attending the 23rd HealthWorld Conference, organized by the American-Hellenic Chamber of Commerce, one conclusion stands out: the future of healthcare undeniably lies in artificial intelligence (AI). Over the next decade, AI, particularly generative AI, is set to revolutionize healthcare in ways far surpassing the progress of the last century. Historically, healthcare advancements have been…

The Path Forward: An Interview with Dr. Yannis Stournaras
By John D. Saracakis | Business Partners, Nov-Dec, 2024

Leaders in Focus

Throughout a distinguished career that spans over four decades, esteemed economist Dr. Yannis Stournaras has been instrumental in shaping Greece’s economic landscape, from guiding the country through turbulent waters as Minister of Finance, to introducing major reforms of the banking sector as Governor of the Bank of Greece, and influencing critical monetary policies as part…

Director’s Desk
By Elias Spirtounias, Executive Director | Business Partners Nov-Dec, 2024

First Person

Dear members and friends of the American-Hellenic Chamber of Commerce, As we approach the end of a year marked by profound transformation, it is essential to reflect on the significant global developments that have reshaped the political, economic, and social landscapes and to recognize that adaptability, strategic foresight, and collaborative efforts are key to successfully…

Weft and Warp: The Artful Fabric of the Basil Papantoniou Foundation
By Business Partners | Nov-Dec, 2024

Art & Culture

An outstanding anniversary exhibition honoring 50 years of the Basil Papantoniou Foundation and its work to study, preserve, and share modern Greek culture and creativity with the public, Weft and Warp takes visitors on a journey through the Foundation’s fascinating collections. To celebrate fifty years of its work researching, documenting, studying, preserving, and showcasing culturally…

BCA College: Empowering the Future of Greece’s Tourism Sector
By Dr. Christine Konstantinidou, General Manager, BCA College | Business Partners, Nov-Dec, 2024

Education

A leading provider of educational and training programs in the field of tourism and hospitality, BCA College’s Hospitality and Tourism Management Department combines comprehensive academic education and practical training and works with a strong international network of partners to equip the next generation of industry professionals with the skills, tools, and knowledge they will need…

A Presidency Like No Other
By Alexandros Costopoulos, Secretary General, American-Hellenic Chamber of Commerce | Business Partners, Nov-Dec, 2024

Strategic Horizons

Every four years, the race to 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue captures global attention. Given America’s unique global footprint, the monumental challenges we face, and the intrigue surrounding the Oval Office—cemented in our collective imagination by movies and TV series—this year’s U.S. elections have arguably been the most consequential of our times. The United States, battered by…