G. Kotsiras: Culture is at the forefront of our national diplomatic effort
The importance of cultural diplomacy and the role of the Greek Diaspora in the promotion of Greek culture the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Gιorgos Kotsiras, emphasized in his address at the conference "Cultural Horizons - Regional Development and Cultural Diplomacy", held today at the National Gallery.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in continued cooperation with the Ministry of Culture, promotes cultural cooperation and creates bridges of communication with other countries and peoples. The promotion of Greek culture is part of Greece's wider efforts to boost extroversion and upgrade its international image, the Deputy Minister said, stressing the importance of cooperation with Greeks in the Diaspora. He made special reference to relevant initiatives promoted within the framework of the Foreign Ministry's Strategic Plan for Greeks Abroad, such as the coordinated organization of events for the promotion of our language and culture by Greece's diplomatic authorities around the world, the expansion of educational programs for the hosting of Diaspora youth and the strengthening of chairs dedicated to Greek Studies.
"Culture is our strength”, he said, adding that it is at the forefront of our national diplomatic effort. "Through the activation of Greeks and philhellenes around the world, we seek to exploit this huge comparative advantage in a coordinated manner that contributes to balanced and sustainable development”.
November 12, 2024