noun
Refers to formal greetings or speeches given at the beginning of the new year, often in business, political, or organizational settings.
See also: 年頭のあいさつ (ねんとうのあいさつ)
社長が年頭挨拶で今年の目標を述べた。
The company president stated this year's goals in his New Year's address.
年頭挨拶の準備を始めなければならない。
We must start preparing the New Year's greetings.
Similar meaning, but 年始の挨拶 is a more general phrase for New Year's greetings, while 年頭挨拶 often implies a formal speech or address.
Compound of 年頭 (beginning of the year) and 挨拶 (greeting).