Naftemporiki Celebrates a Century of Economic Insight at 3rd Economic Conference

At Naftemporiki’s 3rd Economic Conference, “Η παραγωγική Ελλάδα την επόμενη δεκαετία,” Michalis Psalidopoulos, Chief Consultant and Chair of the Advisory Board of the Institute for Hellenic Growth and Prosperity and Professor Emeritus of Economics at the University of Athens, presented Naftemporiki’s commemorative edition, “100 Χρόνια Οικονομικής Ιστορίας.” Deree students were invited and attended the conference, gaining insight into Greece’s economic evolution.

The volume charts a century of Greece’s economic development, highlighting milestones in commerce, industry, and agriculture. Psalidopoulos emphasized Naftemporiki’s unique role in documenting these shifts, noting its resilience and adaptability amid a constantly globalizing information landscape. Since 1924, Naftemporiki has navigated various challenges to become a trusted and influential voice in Greek economic news.

This commemorative edition celebrates Naftemporiki’s legacy as the only Greek newspaper to sustain its influence while evolving into a major media group, bridging traditional print with modern digital platforms. By including insights from leading economists, policymakers, and industry experts, Psalidopoulos illustrated how the edition captures essential moments and analyses that provide context to Greece’s current economic strategies. He honored the contributors whose expertise shaped this volume, underscoring Naftemporiki’s role in fostering informed economic dialogue and contributing to Greece’s vision for the future.