Sotiris Anagnostopoulos, Greece’s Secretary General for Commerce and Consumer Protection, discussed the introduction of the ‘Christmas Basket’ and the ‘Santa Claus Basket’ aimed at supporting consumers during the festive season. He emphasized efforts to mitigate inflation’s impact on essential goods, highlighting that prices for Christmas products are reportedly better than last year. Additionally, he encouraged consumers to support local businesses and be vigilant in comparing prices to ensure affordability during the holidays.