"Unfortunately, our continent is experiencing a leadership crisis,"  said BC Partners President Nikos Stathopoulos from the podium of the "Mergers & Acquisitions Summit,"  but he referred to Greece as an attractive investment destination. In a discussion with Kathimerini's Senior Business Editor, Ilias Bellos, Mr. Stathopoulos stressed that "stability is a very important element for foreign investors,"  while when asked if the investment climate in the country remains positive, he answered in the affirmative, explaining that Greece has proven that it has stability and resilience, both in political and economic terms.

He also referred to the importance of the very large growth stock that exists in Greece, thanks in part to the reforms implemented by the Greek government, which are helping the Greek economy to grow at more than double the growth rate of other European countries. Finally, this positive assessment of our country's prospects is also linked to its 'human resources arsenal', which is constantly evolving and adapting to the needs of the markets. 

"If there is stability and consistency, we will see many more foreign funds coming to Greece," he predicted, while recalling that BC Partners has invested 6 billion euros in 5 different sectors in our country over the last 18 years.

As for what would be some big changes he would like to see implemented by the Greek government in the coming years, he replied that he would encourage them to continue with the reforms, which have not gone unnoticed inside and outside Greece, but there are still pathologies, rigidities, and mindsets that need to be eliminated. He also urged the Prime Minister to continue to promote Greece abroad, as our country "has gone from being a poor relation to a case study.". It will be important for the Prime Minister to share his vision for the country at the European level, which is particularly important given the recent geopolitical developments in Europe. Finally, he spoke about the importance of Greece not missing the train of the technological revolution. "I think that as a country, we should be pioneers in this as well," he said.