Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis is making a dynamic diplomatic appearance in New York this week, as he attends the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). On the sidelines of the multilateral summit, Gerapetritis is engaging in a series of strategic meetings that underscore Greece’s evolving role as a regional stabilizerand bridge-builder across Europe, the Mediterranean, Africa, and Asia.
A key highlight was the trilateral meeting between the Foreign Ministers of Greece, Cyprus, and Egypt, during which the parties exchanged views on regional security, energy cooperation, maritime zones, and the geopolitical balance in the Eastern Mediterranean and Middle East. The trilateral format — now a consistent pillar of Greek foreign policy — reinforces a broader strategy to counter revisionist threats in the region and to bolster energy diversification pathways for Europe.
Gerapetritis also held a bilateral meeting with Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry, where discussions centered on maritime delimitation, defense cooperation, and migration flows from Africa to Europe. Egypt remains one of Greece’s most stable and strategic partners in the Southern Mediterranean, serving as both a geopolitical anchor and a security partner in a volatile neighborhood.
Greece Expands Diplomatic Footprint in Africa and Southeast Asia
In a notable move, Gerapetritis met with his counterpart from Rwanda, signaling Athens’ intention to expand its diplomatic presence in Sub-Saharan Africa. Rwanda, known for its rapid economic growth and increasing global engagement, offers a valuable platform for Greek diplomacy to foster ties in sectors such as education, investment, and climate resilience.
Equally significant was the meeting with the Foreign Minister of Singapore, a key regional hub in Southeast Asia with substantial geopolitical and economic influence. Talks focused on technology cooperation, maritime affairs, and bilateral investment opportunities, as Greece explores deeper engagement with ASEAN nations through strategic partners like Singapore.
The presence of Gerapetritis at the UNGA reflects a broader Greek foreign policy strategy to diversify its alliances and elevate its global profile. By combining regional commitments in the Eastern Mediterranean with emerging partnerships in Africa and Asia, Athens positions itself as a reliable actor in an increasingly multipolar world.
As the international system faces overlapping crises — from energy insecurity and geopolitical fragmentation to climate-driven migration — Greece’s diplomatic maneuvering highlights its aspiration to be a connector of continents and a stabilizing force in its extended neighborhood.
Source: pagenews.gr