Foreign Policy
Greece and Turkey head towards crucial stage of negotiations
Greek-Turkish relations are entering the most crucial six-month period of the last three years. During this period, Athens and Ankara will try to find a common path that could lead to some of their disputes being resolved.
Athens eyes enhanced diplomatic role after hosting Zelensky and Balkan leaders
The informal dinner hosted in Athens on Monday by Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis sought to strengthen one of Greece’s main diplomatic aims, which is to regain not only its role as a bridge between the European Union and the Western Balkans, but to extend this connection to Eastern Europe.
Beleri case dents Greek-Albanian relations, puts progress on hold
The issue of the ethnic Greek Mayor-elect of Himare, Fredi Beleri, who has been held in custody in Albania since May has caused a major setback in Greek-Albanian relations.
PM heads to Egypt with eye on broader movements in East Med
Athens is keeping a close watch on Ankara’s intention to improve relations with countries in the Eastern Mediterranean, particularly Egypt and Israel.
Opinion divided in Greece over seeking ICJ settlement with Turkey
A recent comment by Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis about referring a dispute with Turkey over sea zones to the International Court of Justice has ignited a public debate in Greece.
Mitsotakis meeting with Erdogan paves way for more meaningful Greek-Turkish talks
Greece and Turkey have agreed to re-start their relations following last week’s meeting between Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, their first encounter in 16 months.
Mitsotakis gears up for Erdogan meeting as US backs improved ties
As Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis prepares for his first meeting with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in more than a year, he has received backing from Washington for the two countries to continue working to improve their relations.
Full agenda, topped by Turkey, for new Foreign Ministry team
The new government in Athens faces a number of foreign policy challenges over the coming years.
Athens assesses new Turkish government, potential impact on imminent drive for fresh talks
Athens is assessing Turkey’s new cabinet named last Saturday by President Recep Tayyip Erdogan after he extended his two-decade rule following victory in last month’s elections.
Emboldened Mitsotakis plans for Erdogan meeting, next step in Greek-Turkish ties
The political dominance of Kyriakos Mitsotakis in Greece in the May 21 elections also means that he is also politically dominant within his New Democracy party, which could have a knock-on effect regarding his foreign policy approach.