In a bizarre turn of events, a garbage truck driver employed by the Municipality of Southeast Attica was arrested for illegally dumping waste at an unauthorized site. The driver reportedly claimed, ‘The mayor sent me,’ prompting authorities to issue a warrant against the mayor. However, instead of hiding from the spotlight, the mayor attended a high-profile event hosted by a prominent local arms dealer. Amid protests calling for his arrest, the mayor reportedly departed the scene via helicopter. Meanwhile, intriguing connections continue to emerge in Greece’s business world. Nikolaos Farantouris, part of the Coca-Cola family, is making waves as a rising star in the food industry. In other news, the Bank of Piraeus has invested heavily in Snappi, pouring €71 million into its digital transformation. The Tottis family also made headlines with a €1.59 million loan for snack production. On the international front, Trump Tower projects in Greece and Serbia remain on ice due to local backlash and bureaucratic hurdles.
The Mayor, the Dumpster, and the Helicopter: Intriguing Stories in Greek Business and Politics
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