Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) between the National Transparency Authority (NTA) and the Economic Chamber of Greece

The Economic Chamber of Greece and the National Transparency Authority (NTA) are moving forward in a multi-level cooperation based on the common values and scientific expertise of both institutions.

The Governor of the NTA, Mr. Angelos Binis, and the President of the Economic Chamber of Greece, Mr. Konstantinos Kollias, signed a Memorandum of Cooperation which provides for the implementation of joint actions and programmes regarding:

• Issues of evaluation and strengthening of integrity, transparency and accountability mechanisms.
• Areas of common interest in order to achieve the objectives of the establishment and operation of both contracting parties.
• Awareness raising, information and training activities on integrity and anti-corruption issues.

The President of the Hellenic Chamber of Commerce, Mr. Konstantinos Kollias, stated: "The Economic Chamber of Greece remains committed to its extroverted role, which includes two-way communication and cooperation with other bodies and authorities, with the aim of both improving the services provided to its members and taking actions for the benefit of citizens. The Memorandum of Cooperation with the National Authority for Transparency will contribute significantly to strengthening the sense of justice in society and to improving procedures both within the Chamber and with other bodies".

Mr. Angelos Binis, the Governor of the National Transparency Authority, emphasized the importance of cooperation with reputable institutions like the Economic Chamber of Greece. Joint actions are necessary to restore citizens' trust in institutions and create the right conditions for fair development and enhanced accountability guarantees.