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Greek Scorecard

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Greece is a southeastern European country with a storied past as the cradle of Western civilization, featuring a rugged landscape dotted with ancient ruins and Mediterranean coastlines. It has a population of 10.4 million, a population growth rate of -0.30%, and a median age of 45.75 years.

Its history includes the achievements of ancient city-states, philosophical advancements, and enduring contributions to art, literature, and politics.

Today, Greece is celebrated for its vibrant cultural festivals, culinary traditions, and a tourism industry that draws millions to its sunlit islands and historic sites.

Its capital city is Athens.

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Economic Development

GDP per Capita (PPP) in Greece improved by 5.7% from 2022 to 2023

Unemployment Rate in Greece improved by 8.4% from 2023 to 2024

Inflation Rate in Greece improved by 20.8% from 2023 to 2024

General Government Debt in Greece improved by 6.0% from 2022 to 2023

Income Inequality in Greece improved by 2.1% from 2020 to 2021

Health and Social Development

Life Expectancy in Greece improved by 0.9% from 2022 to 2023

Infant Mortality Rate in Greece improved by 3.0% from 2022 to 2023

Human Development showed no change from 2021 to 2022

Suicide Mortality Rate in Greece worsened by 5.9% from 2020 to 2021

World Happiness Report in Greece worsened by 2.7% from 2023 to 2024

Freedom in the World showed no change from 2023 to 2024

Education

Completion of Upper Secondary Education in Greece improved by 2.3% from 2021 to 2022

PISA Scores (Reading) in Greece worsened by 4.2% from 2018 to 2022

PISA Scores (Math) in Greece worsened by 4.7% from 2018 to 2022

PISA Scores (Science) in Greece worsened by 2.4% from 2018 to 2022

Governance and Security

Corruption Perception in Greece worsened by 5.8% from 2022 to 2023

Control of Corruption in Greece improved by 150.0% from 2022 to 2023

Homicide Rate in Greece worsened by 14.9% from 2020 to 2021

Government Effectiveness in Greece worsened by 66.9% from 2022 to 2023

Political Stability in Greece improved by 118.2% from 2022 to 2023

Rule of Law in Greece worsened by 34.5% from 2022 to 2023

Voice and Accountability in Greece improved by 5.7% from 2022 to 2023

Environmental Sustainability and Energy

CO2 Emissions per Capita in Greece improved by 3.4% from 2022 to 2023

Air Pollution (PM2.5) in Greece improved by 3.6% from 2019 to 2020

Renewable Energy Consumption in Greece improved by 7.0% from 2020 to 2021