Perspectives on market entry, regulation, and investment across Greece, the Balkans, and South-East Europe.
The AI Act's extraterritorial reach means that any company whose AI system outputs are used in the EU must comply — regardless of where the developer is incorporated. For many technology firms, the most immediate obligation is appointing an EU-based authorised representative.
Elena Vassilakis
5 March 2026
The Western Balkans infrastructure cycle is entering its most capital-intensive phase since Yugoslav-era construction. For companies with relevant expertise — engineering, logistics, energy, and digital — the procurement pipeline is substantial and the competition from established local players is more limited than in mature EU markets.
Nikos Stavros
29 January 2026