Tag: GOVERNMENT & POLITICS

GR-eco Islands: Smart and Sustainable Greek Islands

In the battle against climate change, Greece has formed an ambitious plan to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. Towards this goal, in 2019, the Greek government launched the GR-eco islands initiative, with the aim to transform the Greek islands into innovation hubs and models of green economy, energy autonomy, digital innovation and ecological mobility.

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Greek Consular Services Process Transformation

ays ago, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, at the invitation of Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Giorgos Kotsiras, successfully hosted a conference to unveil the project “Consular Services Process Transformation”.

It is an initiative that seeks to redesign and digitize services provided by the Greek Consular Authorities worldwide, thereby enhancing their communication with Greek nationals residing abroad and providing faster and more efficient services.

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Greek News Agenda
Greek News Agenda1 day ago
Strategic Partnerships of the General Secretariat for Greeks Abroad and Public Diplomacy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for Connecting the Greek Diaspora with Innovation and Entrepreneurship ( https://www.mfa.gr/en/foreign-policy/greeks-abroad/ )

We build bridges of knowledge, creativity, and international outreach. We join forces and strengthen global Hellenism through synergies with leading national institutions. Memoranda of Cooperation with:
- The Foundation of the Hellenic World (FHW)
( https://www.ime.gr/fhw/index.php?lg=2 )
- Endeavor Greece
( https://www.endeavor.org.gr/ )
- The Hellenic Film and Audiovisual Center S.A. (H.F.A.C.)
( https://www.ekkomed.gr/ )

1. Foundation of the Hellenic World (FHW) – Showcasing Cultural Heritage and Contemporary Skills. We invest in:
- the dissemination of Greek cultural identity
- the transfer of know-how
- the participation of the Diaspora in cultural and educational activities
Actions in 2025. Within the framework of hosting programs:
- Experiential educational tours for young people into ancient Greek civilization through virtual reality – “Tholos” Program
- Guided tour of the exhibition on ancient Greek mathematics

2. Endeavor Greece – Greek Innovation Without Borders. We strengthen:
- networking among Greek entrepreneurs of the Diaspora
- the internationalization of the Greek startup ecosystem
- the development of long-term partnerships for the transfer of experience, expertise, and mentoring
Actions in 2025.
- Promoting Greece as an innovation hub – Rebranding Greece and collaboration in the Innovation Nation initiative
- Connecting the ecosystems of Greece and the Greek Diaspora – participation in the “Greeking Out” initiatives (London, New York)

3. Hellenic Film and Audiovisual Center S.A. (H.F.A.C.) – Greece as a Hub for Creative Industries and Audiovisual Innovation. We promote:
- the international outreach of Greek audiovisual production
collaboration with creative networks of the Diaspora
- the development of skills in innovation, collaboration, and cultural expression among young people
Actions in 2025.
- International Student Competition for the Creation of an Educational Board and Digital Game
Greek News Agenda
Greek News Agenda2 days ago
On the occasion of the 60th anniversary of the death of Fotis Kontoglou, the exhibition “Taximia”: In the Tradition of the Greek Mode: From History to Contemporary Painting explores the diachronic continuity of a visual mode that permeates Greek art from antiquity to the present.
https://www.greeknewsagenda.gr/fotis-kontoglou-and-the-continuity-of-greek-art/
Greek News Agenda
Greek News Agenda5 days ago
The BA Programme in Eastern Mediterannean Studies is a four-year interdisciplinary programme taught in English for international students interested in the history, archaeology and culture of the Eastern Mediterranean region, a fascinating crossroads of civilizations where the past continues to shape modern realities.

The programme offers a strong academic foundation and hands-on experience in the study of past societies through a comparative and novel curriculum that meets the challenges of a global academic and professional environment. Graduates are well prepared for careers in the private and public sectors, spanning from cultural and heritage institutions to education, consultancy and research.

The Department of Mediterranean Studies is based on the island of Rhodes, world-renowned for its exceptional archaeological sites, historical landmarks and natural beauty. Studying in Rhodes allows students to combine academic learning with direct exposure to living heritage landscapes creating a uniquely immersive educational experience.

Further information about the programme, curriculum and admissions is available at https://eastmedstudies.aegean.gr/