Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yiannis Loverdos, visited Georgia (24-27.03) and Florida (27.03-1.04) in the United States, where he held a series of contacts with diaspora, church, educational and state bodies. On the occasion of his visit, the Deputy Minister attended the parade for the March 25th National Anniversary in Tarpon Springs, Florida, one of the most important centers of Hellenism in the USA, and participated in the reception of the Greek Consulate for the National Anniversary in Atlanta.
In particular, on the day of the National Anniversary, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs attended the Doxology at the Holy Metropolis of Atlanta and visited the Greek schools that operate under its auspices. Furthermore, the Deputy Minister visited the Center for Hellenic Studies at Georgia State University, where he had contacts with the academic community of the University, as well as with teachers and students of Greek schools in the greater Atlanta area. As part of his contacts with the academic and research community of Georgia, the Deputy Minister visited the Georgia Institute of Technology, where he was toured in cutting-edge research centers, such as the Athena Lab, and met with distinguished scientists of Greek origin. At the same time, he held meetings with representatives of the state administration, including the expatriate Director of the Energy Technologies Innovation Center of the State Ministry of Development, Mr. Simoglou. Mr. Loverdos also went to the Capitol in Atlanta and met with the expatriate Leader of the House of the State of Georgia, Mr. Efstration, with whom they discussed issues of common interest. Concluding his visit to Atlanta, the Deputy Minister visited the Carter Center and was informed about its actions regarding issues of democracy, human rights and international development.
In Florida, Mr. Loverdos visited the Charter Schools “Plato’s Academy” and “Athenian Academy” in the Clearwater area, as well as the “Archimedes Academy” in Miami, where he had the opportunity to discuss with students, parents and teachers. During his stay in Tarpon Springs, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs attended the Sunday Divine Liturgy and the Doxology for the National Anniversary at the Holy Church of St. Nicholas and subsequently participated in the established parade for the National Day, in the presence of a large number of expatriates and dignitaries. In the context of National Anniversary Celebrations, he was awarded the Golden Key of the City by the expatriate Mayor Mr. Koulianos. During his visit to Florida, Mr. Loverdos met with the Greek-American Member of the United States House of Representatives, Mr. Bilirakis, as well as with the Greek-American State Senator of Rhode Island and President of the World Intergovernmental Union of Hellenism, Mr. Raptakis, with whom he discussed issues concerning the Greek diaspora and the further strengthening of Greece-United States ties. In addition, he met with the Greek-American Mayor of Fort Lauderdale, Mr. Trantalis, as well as with representatives of the Panhellenic Federation of Florida and other diaspora associations, who presented him their activities and the issues that concern them.
April 3, 2026