Dendias in Parliament: “Embracing international law is key to Greece’s foreign policy!”

In a sharp parliamentary statement, Greek Minister of Foreign Affairs Nikos Dendias stressed that “alignment with International Law and the UN Charter has always been a core element of Greek foreign policy” — responding to opposition criticism of government actions in recent international crises.

“Greece’s embrace of International Law is a timeless feature of our foreign policy… and these matters are not for political games,” Dendias emphasized from the parliamentary floor, addressing MPs questioning the government’s stance after U.S. actions in Venezuela.

The Debate: International Law & Venezuela

Dendias’ speech highlighted tensions between government positions and the opposition regarding interpretation and implementation of international law.

He defended the position that Greece’s stance — including statements at the UN Security Council — is always based on the UN Charter and established international law.

In response to criticism over recent U.S. operations and government statements regarding Venezuela, Dendias reiterated that Greece’s official policy explicitly emphasizes respect for international law and human rights.

Domestic Political Context

Dendias’ intervention was not just legal defense; it was also a political response to opposition attempts to question aspects of foreign policy regarding international legality.

His statement, “…these matters are not for political games,” serves as a clear warning to those who, according to him, attempt to turn international issues into domestic political leverage.

Geopolitical Dimension

Dendias’ stance reflects Greece’s broader strategy to anchor its foreign policy in International Law and the UN Charter, especially when major powers and global crises are involved.

In a context where international rules are increasingly challenged — with some countries openly questioning their enforcement — Greece’s position, as presented by Dendias, appears firm and principle-driven.

Strategic Messaging

• Clear line vs. opposition: Dendias used the issue to distinguish government strategy from political attacks, especially following the U.S. operation in Venezuela — a topic with deep geopolitical significance and international scrutiny.
• Message to international partners: Emphasis on international law also serves as a signal to allies and rivals that Greece chooses to adhere to legal principles rather than unilateral aggressive practices.
• Domestic political impact: Dendias’ strong wording can be leveraged by the government as a key argument in domestic debates over the country’s foreign policy and role on the international stage — particularly in times of heightened global uncertainty.

Nikos Dendias’ parliamentary statement, emphasizing that embracing International Law and the UN Charter is a fundamental, long-standing pillar of Greek foreign policy, was not merely a restatement of principle — it was a geopolitical and parapolitical signal.

In a period where international norms are tested and interstate relations evolve rapidly, Greece is asserting its legal and value-based identity, both at home and abroad — leaving no room for political games in such critical matters.

Source: pagenews.gr