The Minister of Foreign Affairs George Gerapetritis
September 26, 2026
Minister of Foreign Affairs George Gerapetritis’ speech at the event on “Artificial Intelligence and emerging technologies in the context of international peace and security, with emphasis on maritime security aspects” (New York, 25.09.2026)
Dear colleagues and friends, It is a great honour to welcome you today to the joint side event of Greece and India on Artificial Intelligence, emerging technologies and international peace and security. I am particularly pleased to co-chair this discussion with my good friend and colleague, the Minister of External Affairs of India, Dr. Subrahmanyam […]
September 26, 2026
Minister of Foreign Affairs George Gerapetritis’ statement to ERT and journalist Nikos Meletis, during the fifth day of the proceedings of the 81st Session of the UN General Assembly (New York, 25.09.2026)
On a difficult day for our country, with our thoughts in Plaka and on the catastrophic event, we had the opportunity today, at the General Assembly of the United Nations, to have a series of meetings and events aimed at strengthening the diplomatic footprint of our country. First and foremost, we held two important trilateral […]
September 25, 2026
Minister of Foreign Affairs George Gerapetritis’ speech at the Ministerial-Level Meeting of the Group of Friends on Safety and Security of Shipping and Seafarers (New York, 25.09.2026)
Thank you so much, Ambassador. Mr. Minister, Madam Minister, I'm very pleased to participate in this Ministerial Meeting, launching the Group of Friends on Safety and Security on Shipping and Seafarers. This initiative comes at a particularly important juncture. Threats to maritime security have multiplied, while attacks against international shipping have endangered lives, challenged freedom […]
September 25, 2026
Minister of Foreign Affairs George Gerapetritis’ schedule of engagements on the sidelines of the 81st Session of the UN General Assembly (New York, 25.09.2026)
On Friday, September 25, Minister of Foreign Affairs George Gerapetritis will participate in the Ministerial Meeting of the Group of Friends on Safety and Security of Shipping and Seafarers. The Minister of Foreign Affairs will also participate in the trilateral meetings of the Ministers of Foreign Affairs of Greece-Cyprus-Egypt and Greece-Cyprus-Jordan. Subsequently, Mr. Gerapetritis will […]
September 24, 2026
Minister of Foreign Affairs George Gerapetritis’ speech at Columbia University, titled “Between Power and Principles: Conducting Foreign Policy in a World in Transition” (New York, 23.09.2026)
It's a true honour to be here at Columbia University, one of the most distinguished academic institutions worldwide. And I have to tell you that this is a moment of great pleasure for me because a brief escape from my duties as Foreign Minister is always precious to me. So, thank you so much for […]
September 24, 2026
Minister of Foreign Affairs George Gerapetritis’ schedule of engagements during the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly (New York, 24.09.2026)
On Thursday, September 24, Minister of Foreign Affairs George Gerapetritis will participate in the meeting between Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and UN Secretary-General António Guterres. The Minister of Foreign Affairs will subsequently attend the proceedings of the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly, where Prime Minister, Kyriakos Mitsotakis will deliver an address.
September 23, 2026
Minister of Foreign Affairs George Gerapetritis’ schedule of engagements during the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly (New York, 23.09.2026)
On Wednesday, September 23, Minister of Foreign Affairs George Gerapetritis will participate in a meeting of the Greece-Romania-Bulgaria-Croatia quadrilateral cooperation format. On the sidelines of the General Assembly, Mr. Gerapetritis will hold bilateral meetings with representatives of the American Jewish Committee, as well as with his counterparts from Jordan and Kyrgyzstan. The Minister of Foreign […]
September 23, 2026
Statement by Minister of Foreign Affairs George Gerapetritis’ to ERT and journalist Georgia Garantzioti, during the first day of the proceedings of the 81st Session of the UN General Assembly (New York, 22.09.2026)
At the United Nations General Assembly, the situation in the wider Middle East and Iran was at the centre of attention. I had the opportunity to participate in a meeting between the Ministers of Foreign Affairs of the European Union and their counterparts from the wider Middle East, as well as to hold meetings with […]
September 22, 2026
Minister of Foreign Affairs George Gerapetritis’ schedule of engagements during the 81st Session of the UN General Assembly (New York, 22.09.2026)
On Tuesday, September 22, Minister of Foreign Affairs George Gerapetritis will attend the opening of the General Debate of the United Nations General Assembly. On the sidelines of the General Assembly, Mr. Gerapetritis will hold bilateral meetings with his counterparts from Bahrain, Colombia, the Dominican Republic, Iran and Pakistan.
September 21, 2026
Minister of Foreign Affairs George Gerapetritis’ schedule of engagements during the 81st Session of the UN General Assembly (New York, 21.09.2026)
Minister of Foreign Affairs George Gerapetritis, in the context of the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly, will participate today, Monday, September 21, in the Ιnformal Meeting of the “Friends of the Western Balkans” Group, as well as in the Informal Meeting of the EU Foreign Affairs Council. In addition, the Minister of […]