News from Greece
Welcome to "News from Greece" section. Here you can stay informed with regard to the latest news and announcements by the Hellenic Ministry of Foreign Affairs as well as with news and highlights from Greece by the "Greek News Agenda", a daily bulletin in english, issued by the Secretariat General of Information and Communication.
Amid multiple crises and protracted wars that undermine international cohesion, asymmetric crises, the climate crisis and hybrid threats, it is time to revisit the foundations of the international security architecture. This will be the focus of our discussion. Greece supports enhancing collective defense capabilities and coordination between the European Union...
We will participate today in the Informal Meeting of the EU Ministers of Foreign Affairs at an exceptionally critical juncture. At a critical juncture for the strategic autonomy of the European Union, which should develop its defense capabilities and strengthen its international footprint so that it can maintain a very...
JOURNALIST: Minister, welcome. Thank you for being with us. G. GERAPETRITIS: It is a great pleasure. JOURNALIST: Since we are at an economic conference, I would like to begin by addressing the issue of tariffs, and the so-called trade war, initiated by Donald Trump, along with the policy reversals, for...
On May 1, 2025, Greece will assume the Presidency of the United Nations Security Council. According to the United Nations Charter, the Security Council is primarily responsible for maintaining international peace and security. During its monthly Presidency, Greece will have the opportunity to showcase its strong diplomatic footprint, its role...
Your Excellencies, Dear Colleagues, I am particularly glad to be here with you today and I would like to convey the greetings of the Prime Minister, Kyriakos Mitsotakis. President Duda, thank you, not only for organizing this Summit, but also for your valuable contribution, considering the fact that you were...
Europe is facing unprecedented crises, including wars, humanitarian crises, and climate crises. These universal crises threaten not only the global security architecture but also fundamental humanitarian values. Europe must speak with one voice based on the European values that have shaped its institutions, namely adherence to international law, peaceful resolution...
JOURNALIST: In an ever-changing geopolitical environment, with a new US President, who has already caused global turmoil, and with an ongoing war in Ukraine, I think it is particularly interesting to talk to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Gerapetritis. I am glad that we will have the opportunity to...
