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Greece to Accelerate Repayment of €7 Billion Loan

Published March 18, 2026, 08:15
Greece to Accelerate Repayment of €7 Billion Loan

Greece has decided to accelerate the repayment of €7 billion from its last bilateral loan received under the first memorandum, by 2026. The move, announced by ODDH Director General Dimitris Tsakonas in Paris, aims to send a positive message to the markets regarding the country's fiscal stability. The early repayment is expected to save around €90 million in interest and reduce public debt by 1.5% of GDP. This decision comes during a period of international economic uncertainty and highlights Greece's strong cash position.