Greece launches €10 million call to accelerate municipal digital transformation

The Greek Ministry of Digital Governance and Artificial Intelligence has launched a €10 million funding programme to accelerate digital transformation across 35 municipalities, supporting the modernisation of local public services and digital infrastructure.

Municipalities in Greece will be able to develop and upgrade digital public services, citizen request management platforms and mobile applications. The programme also supports projects in civil protection, crisis management, telemedicine, remote care for vulnerable groups and digital tourism, including interactive maps, virtual and augmented reality applications, and the digitisation of historical and cultural archives.

The programme also places a strong emphasis on cybersecurity, the long-term sustainability of digital services and the resilience of municipal information systems.

According to the ministry, the initiative forms part of Greece’s broader strategy to build more resilient, modern and citizen-centred municipalities by investing in digital infrastructure tailored to local needs.

Why does it matter?

The programme reflects Greece’s continued effort to extend digital transformation beyond central government and strengthen the digital capabilities of local authorities. By investing in public services, cybersecurity, telemedicine and smart city applications, the initiative aims to improve service delivery while supporting more resilient and connected communities.

It also highlights the growing role of municipalities in national digital strategies. As local governments increasingly deliver services through digital platforms, investment in secure infrastructure and modern public administration is becoming an important part of broader digital transformation efforts across Europe.

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