Parliament Approves 2,000 Euro Benefit for Every Child Born in Greece

Greece has taken a step in trying to stem its decline in population by approving a new law on Tuesday awarding a one-time benefit of 2,000 euros for every child born in the country as of January 1, 2020.

According to the government, this handout is expected to create an incentive for future parents by providing important support during the first years of raising a child. The benefit will be paid in two equal installments.

Those entitled must have a family income which does not exceed 40,000…