Embassy News
March 21, 2012
The Monastery of Saint Catherine in Sinai: Conservation of the Sixth-Century Mosaic of the Transfiguration
A lecture by archeologist Roberto Nardi, founder of the Centro di Conservazione Archeologica and the Archaeological Institute of America Kress Lecturer 2010-2011, who will present the fascinating story behind the conservation of the delicate jewel of early Byzantine art. Remarks will be presented by Dr. Zoe Kosmidou, Minister Counselor, Cultural Affairs, Embassy of Greece and […]
March 16, 2012
Greece is Making Historic Reforms - Op-ed article by Ambassador V. Kaskarelis in the Wall Street Journal
"It's been a good month for Greece and the European Union. The Greek government, the leaders of the EU, and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) agreed on a landmark economic adjustment program geared toward strengthening Greece's institutional capacity, improving competitiveness, and creating sustainable growth. In addition, an unprecedented "haircut" deal with private-sector lenders clears the […]
March 16, 2012
Reception and Exhibition - Giorgos Rigas - From Memory
H. E. The Ambassador of Greece, Mr. Vassilis Kaskarelis and C. Grimaldis Gallery cordially invite you to the reception and solo exhibition "Giorgos Rigas - From Memory" on Tuesday, March 20, 2012 at 6:30 pm at the Embassy of Greece (2217 Massachusetts Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20008) RSVP: by telephone: 202-939-1352 or through e-mail: mourtoupala@greekembassy.org […]
March 9, 2012
Foreign Minister S. Dimas’ condolence letter regarding the passing of D. Payne
The Greek Minister of Foreign Affairs Stavros Dimas addressed the following letter of condolence to the Speaker of the House of Representatives John Boehner regarding the passing of Donald Payne: "Dear Mr. Speaker,I was profoundly saddened to hear of the passing away of Donald Payne, a prominent member of the House of Representatives, who represented […]
March 5, 2012
Truman Doctrine and Marshall Plan: Book presentation at the U.S. Capitol
The “Documentary History of Greece (1943-1951): Truman Doctrine and Marshall Plan,” a newly published book by the Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs, was presented at the U.S. Capitol on March 6, at a special event organized by the American Hellenic Institute and the Embassy of Greece. Edited and presented by Ms. Photini Tomai, Director of […]
February 21, 2012
Interview of Ambassador of Greece Mr Kaskarelis on PBS
JEFFREY BROWN: And joining us now is Greece's ambassador to the United States, Vassilis Kaskarelis. Welcome to you. VASSILIS KASKARELIS, Greek ambassador to the United States: Thank you very much. And thank you for the invitation. JEFFREY BROWN: We just saw some stunning pictures of rioting in the streets in Athens. Many people in your […]
February 17, 2012
Ambassador's Welcome Message
Dear Friends, Welcome to the website of the Embassy of Greece in Washington, D.C. Our aim in this user-friendly site is to provide you with up to date information regarding the activities of our Embassy and its Consular Missions throughout the United States, to inform you on the state of our bilateral relations, and keep […]
February 15, 2012
Holocaust remembrance day of the Greek Jews
Dear Friends, My professional obligations as Greece’s Ambassador to the United States keep me from joining you tonight in honoring the memory of those who perished in the Holocaust, which decimated a thriving Jewish community that enriched Greece’s history and culture. Greeks of my generation, children of those who lived through World War II, barely […]
February 3, 2012
Examinations for Certification in Modern Greek Language
The Education Office of the Greek Embassy announces that the examinations for the Certification of Attainment in the Modern Greek Language for the year 2012, organized by the Center for the Greek Language in Thessaloniki, Greece, will take place in the following five Examination Centers: 1. Greek School of St. Catherine Greek Orthodox Church, Falls […]
