AHC interviews Greek Ambassador to the U.S., Mrs. Alexandra Papadopoulou
American Hellenic Council Executive Director, Christianna Kontou, interviewed newly appointed Ambassador of Greece to the United States, Mrs. Alexandra Papadopoulou, introducing her to the members of the Greek American diaspora. Ambassador Papadopoulou addresses Greece’s response to the Coronavirus and Turkey’s aggression in the northern borders near Evros and projections for
National Address from Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis on April 13, 2020
National Address from Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis on April 13, 2020 My fellow citizens, Thirty-three days have gone by since my first addresses about the pandemic. I then set a one clear goal: To curb the spread of Coronavirus in the country, while also enduring personal sacrifices. And you made
International Art Competition for Greek Children of the Diaspora: near of far, WE are all ONE
Τhe General Secretariat for Greeks Abroad of the Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Children’s Art Gallery of Greece in collaboration with the Greek Section of International Board on Books for Young People (IBBY) – the Circle of the Greek Children’s Book, are organizing an International Student Painting Competition
Message from Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis to the Greek Diaspora in the United States of America regarding the COVID-19 Pandemic
Message from Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis to the Greek Diaspora in the United States of America regarding the COVID-19 Pandemic My compatriots in America, Greece is entering its second month of emergency measures imposed by the pandemic. Together with the illegal immigrant invasion at our border, we also
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis appeals to elected officials to donate salary
On Monday, March 30, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis appeals to members of the New Democracy party, from Members of Parliament to Ministers and Deputy Ministers, to donate 50% of their salary to a COVID-19 relief fund for the next two months. Following this appeal, Greek government officials have started
AHC Leadership speaks with U.S. Ambassador to Greece, Geoffrey Pyatt
On March 20, American Hellenic Council (AHC) leadership invited U. S. Ambassador to Greece, Geoffrey Pyatt, to participate in a conversation about the latest developments in the U.S.-Greek bilateral relationship. In a wide-ranging discussion, Ambassador Pyatt highlighted the strength of the U.S.-Greece relationship and commended Greece’s handling of difficulties it currently
Message from Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis for Greek Independence Day
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis’ televised address to the nation: a message of hope, strength, unity, and perseverance on Greek Independence Day Our national holiday, this year, finds our country in an unprecedented state. We are not celebrating on the streets and town squares. But we are honoring it from our
Message to the Diaspora from the President of the Hellenic Republic, Katerina Sakellaropoulou – March 25, 2020
Message From the President of the Hellenic Republic, Katerina Sakellaropoulou To the Greeks abroad, on the occasion of Greek Independence Day of March 25th My dear compatriots, Greek women and Greek men abroad, It is with great pleasure that I address you today, the Greeks abroad, for
Message from Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis on COVID-19 – March 22nd, 2020
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis’ televised address to the nation, on Sunday, March 22nd, as he announces the nation’s most restrictive measures yet. My fellow citizens, Just a few moments ago, I instructed the relevant ministers to proceed with the necessary actions, so that as of 6 AM on Monday, March