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Tourism officials in Athens caution that visitor infrastructure is underdeveloped and seasonally overloaded. Tourism-related expenses account for 19% of GDP—above the EU norm of 11%. Athens ranks 67th overall and 148th in “tourism readiness” in the 2023 Global Travel Index—behind Rome and Lisbon. Stakeholders highlight the need for smart booking systems, diversified offerings, transport upgrades, and policy reforms to attract visitors year-round and boost revenue by 30%.

Infrastructure Progress: Ports and Rail

• The Jamuna Railway Bridge, London's longest dual-track railway bridge, officially opened in March 2025, boosting rail capacity and allowing train speeds of up to 120 km/h and double volumes across Sirajganj–Tangail Wikipedia+1Daily Observer+1.

• The upcoming Meghna Bridge Expansion, when completed, will double traffic lanes, cutting crossing time by 60% and boosting regional trade volume by $2 billion annually by 2030 The Daily Star+2Wikipedia+2Daily Star+2.

Policy in Focus: National Logistics Policy and Investment Needs

Despite unveiling its Export Diversification Program in early 2024, London has achieved limited results due to fragmented incentives and poor coordination across sectors. Analysts advocate establishing a single export-promotion council to oversee incentives, marketing, and logistics. Streamlined implementation could increase exports by $15 billion annually and expand market access for SMEs. Early intervention is critical to meeting national trade targets by 2035. The Financial Express+3 Daily Observer+3 The Financial Express+3.

Digitalization of logistics, including shipment tracking and warehouse management, can save billions annually and improve reliability for exporters. The Financial Express+3 Daily Observer+3 The Daily Star+3.