On 23 May 2025, Law 5202/2025 officially came into force, marking a significant step in aligning Greece with Regulation (EU) 2019/452—which sets the EU framework for screening foreign direct investments (FDIs) on grounds of national security and public order.
While this new legislation introduces long-anticipated procedures for FDI screening, it's worth noting that, with essential secondary legislation pending, the law cannot be implemented.
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