The need for survival of Greek air transport necessitates the merger of the two largest domestic companies, Vice President of Aegean Eftichis Vasilakis explained at a press conference.

"The Minister's doctor recommended that he stayed home for a few days until he recovered," sources from Stournaras's office told GRReporter. "If he had a different job, he would probably observe the recommendation."

The Greek Orthodox Church holds a major share of the National Bank of Greece's stocks. It has hundreds of estates in some of the most beautiful areas of the country and is tax exempt - a privilege not a single average Greek or enterprise enjoys.