Greece signed an agreement with Microsoft as they aim to become a player in the IT development market.

Greece invited Microsoft to establish IT development centers in the country to boost their competitiveness in this market.  The agreement was signed on between Microsoft Chairman Bill Gates and Greece’s finance minister.

Bill Gates said: “I am pleased to see the commitment with our partners in Greece. It is this type of innovation, partnerships with universities and close relationships with the government that can help drive things.”