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John Kerry Awarded Lord Byron Prize for Philhellenism in Greece
On Wednesday, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis addressed former US Secretary of State John Kerry at the 2021 Lord Byron Award Ceremony.
Politics
John Kerry: There are Strong Bilateral Relationships with Greece
The American Foreign Minister John Kerry refers to strong bilateral relations between the U.S. and Greece, sending a message of solidarity and support to the Greek people as well as congratulating the Greek Presidency of the EU.
On the occasion...
Greek News
U.S. Pan-Macedonian Association’s Letter to John Kerry
The United States Pan-Macedonian Association addressed a letter to United States Foreign Minister, John Kerry, urging him to not promote FYROM’s accession in NATO.
In its letter the Greek-American organization which represents Macedonian organizations in the U.S., stressed that “countries...
Greek News
Greek Foreign Minister to Meet John Kerry
Greek Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Evangelos Venizelos will be meeting with the U.S. Secretary of State, John Kerry next Thursday January 16, in Washington. The meeting between the two was confirmed on Friday.
During their discussions, Kerry and Venizelos...
Greek News
Greek American John Podesta Appointed US Climate Envoy
Greek American John Podesta has been appointed by the Biden administration as the new US special climate envoy after John Kerry steps down this spring.
Podesta is a longtime Democratic strategist, campaign manager for Hillary Clinton’s 2016 presidential bid, and...
Environment
Kerry Praises Greece’s Efforts Against Climate Change
U.S. special envoy for climate John Kerry welcomed Greece's climate initiatives, and its commitment to speed up the transition from carbon
Politics
U.S. Secretary Kerry on the Occasion of Greek Independence Day
United States Secretary of State John Kerry released a statement highlighting the "shared values" of Greece and the U.S. on the occasion of the 149th anniversary of Greek Independence. Read the full statement below:
"On behalf of President Obama and...
Cyprus
Kerry and Biden to Meet with Greek Expatriates
In the framework of the 30th annual conference of the International Coordinating Committee "Justice for Cyprus" (PSEKA), members of the Greek-American community will meet next week with the U.S. Vice President Joe Biden, the American Foreign Minister John Kerry and officials of the...
Greek News
Kerry–Venizelos Meeting Postponed to Friday
The meeting of Greek Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Evangelos Venizelos, with his U.S. counterpart, John Kerry, has been postponed for Friday January 17.
According to the State Department program, Kerry cancelled all meetings he had scheduled for today...
USA
Kerry Urged To Help Free Archbishops
Seventy two members of Congress sent a letter to the US Secretary of State, John Kerry, calling him to give priority to the release of the two abducted Orthodox Archbishops in Syria, the Greek Orthodox Paul Yazigi, and the...
Greek News
For March 25, Kerry Lauds Greek Austerity
Marking the 192nd anniversary on March 25 of Greece's independence from Ottoman occupation, U.S. Secretary of state John Kerry noted the country's crushing economic crisis but said the government is on the right track by continuing to push reforms...
USA
With Secretary Kerry Coming In So Are New Opportunities
By Demetrios Rhompotis* - Tomorrow, Friday, February 1st, will be the last day for Hillary Clinton as Secretary of State. While it is early for a thorough assessment of her tenure, none can seriously question her skills and energy, especially the...
Greek News
US Pledges to Accept More Migrants
The United States pledged Wednesday to accept more refugees fleeing from wars in Syria and elsewhere, even as Europe unveiled a mandatory country-by-country quota plan to resettle 160,000 migrants.
After meeting with lawmakers in Congress, U.S. Secretary of State John...
Diaspora
Four Greek Americans Elected to U.S. Congress
Four Greek Americans have been elected in the new U.S. Congress after yesterday's elections that saw Republicans sweep Democrats.
The results of the elections saw Republican Gus Bilirakis re-elected in Florida in the House of Representatives, Democrat John Sarbanes in...
Greek News
US Representatives React to Turkish Invasion of Cyprus Waters
Representatives Carolyn B. Maloney (NY-12), Gus M. Bilirakis (FL-12), Ted Deutch (FL-21) and 14 of their House colleagues are calling on Secretary of State John Kerry to strongly oppose the invasion of waters off the southern coast of Cyprus...