Protest and civil unrestHigh
Protest activity is high and periodically disrupts business districts and roads.
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Greece political and security risk assessment
Greece carries a low level of political and security risk for business. It scores 22 out of 100 on the Zed Three World Threat Map (band 1 of 5), down 1 on last week and falling over the last 12 weeks. Last updated Nov 2, 2026.
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Low
Band 1 of 5
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Europe
Greece
What is the political and security risk in Greece right now?
Greece carries a low level of political and security risk for business. It scores 22 out of 100 on the Zed Three World Threat Map (band 1 of 5), down 1 on last week and falling over the last 12 weeks.
Little changed at Low, with no standing risk flags.
On the economic side, real GDP grew 2.1% in 2025 with inflation at 2.5%.
What are the main risks of operating in Greece?
Armed conflict and political violenceElevated
Armed violence is reported regularly in some areas.
What has changed recently in Greece?
Greece moved down 1 this week and fell 11 points over the last 12 weeks, from 33 to 22.
- Reporting of armed clashes and attacks down 30% week on week
What happens next? Outlook for the next 1 to 3 months
We assess there is a realistic possibility that Greece stays in the Low band through the end of December. It sits 3 points from the Guarded band.
40 to 55%
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Likelihood ranges are editorial judgments, not advice.
What does it mean for shipping, supply chains and operations?
Trade equals 83% of GDP (2025 data). A highly open economy, so local disruption travels quickly through supplier networks.
Operating conditions are normal. Standard security precautions apply.
Key facts
GDPUS$280.6 billionLatest data, 2025
Real GDP growth2.1%Latest data, 2025
Inflation2.5%Latest data, 2025
Trade83% of GDPLatest data, 2025
Fuel exports26% of goods exportsLatest data, 2025
Food exports24% of goods exportsLatest data, 2025
Population10.4 millionLatest data, 2025
How has the Greece threat score moved?
Frequently asked questions
What is the political and security risk in Greece for business?
Greece carries a low level of political and security risk for business. It scores 22 out of 100 on the Zed Three World Threat Map (band 1 of 5), down 1 on last week and falling over the last 12 weeks.
What are the main geopolitical risks of operating in Greece?
The main risk drivers are protest and civil unrest (high); armed conflict and political violence (elevated). Protest activity is high and periodically disrupts business districts and roads.
What is the outlook for Greece?
We assess there is a realistic possibility (40 to 55%) that Greece stays in the Low band through the end of December. It sits 3 points from the Guarded band.
How often is the Greece risk assessment updated?
The Greece threat score is updated weekly on the Zed Three World Threat Map, and this assessment is reviewed monthly. It was last updated Nov 2, 2026.
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Published by Zed Three, a private, independent risk intelligence company. Assessment last updated Nov 2, 2026. Threat score updated weekly, last on Nov 2, 2026. General analysis for informational purposes, not security, legal or investment advice.
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