Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis held a meeting of honesty, strategic proximity and common challenges in the Eastern Mediterranean with Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis with Benjamin Netanyahu’s Israeli counterpart in Jerusalem.
The two leaders reiterated the importance of Greece -Israel strategic relationshipdiscussing in -depth about current geopolitical developments, with the rise of crises in Syria, Lebanon and Red Sea, as well as the common security challenges in the Eastern Mediterranean.
Kyriakos Mitsotakis emphasized the need for stability in Lebanon and faithful observance of the truce in the southern part of the country, while also referring to the need pause businesses in Gaza and release of hostages. At the same time, he noted the importance of regional connectivity and the enhancement of energy interconnections.
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Dialogue with strong symbols
The meeting began with warm statements by Benjamin Netanyahu, who described Kyriakos Mitsotakis as a “good friend” and spoke of “two blue and white nations” with common values and historical roots. He referred to economic reforms in Greece and underlined the vote of Israeli investors’ confidence in the country.
For his part, the prime minister expressed the will to further strengthen defense cooperation Greece – Israel, noting that it is a “significant depth” relationship, especially in a period of increased threats and geopolitical tensions.
Co -export and research: New chapter in cooperation
At the center of the visit was found The defense industry and innovationwith Kyriakos Mitsotakis meeting with senior executives of the Israeli Ministry of Defense (SIBAT) and representatives of top defense industries.
During the meetings, The already strong Greece -Israel cooperation in the defense sector has been reviewedwhile emphasis was placed:
- In the partnership and co -production of advanced defensive systems
- In enhancing technological innovation and research
- In acquiring strategic abilities with high added value
Emphasized the importance of strengthening the Ecosystem of Greek Defense Industrieswith the participation of businesses that develop innovative products and contribute to the formation of a self -sufficient and dynamic national defense infrastructure.
Subsequent steps
Prime Minister’s visit marks the start of a new cycle of cooperation With emphasis on joint productions, investments and strategic projects. The message emitted is clear: Greece seeks to be a pillar of security, innovation and stability in the Eastern Mediterranean, with its Jerusalem strategic strategic partner.
At the start of their meeting, the two leaders had the following dialogue:
Benjamin Netanyahu: Welcome to Prime Minister, my dear friend Kyriakos. Here are two blue and white that meet. We are two ancient peoples. Our free cultures started from Athens and Jerusalem. We have common values and we share a common interest today, but also common challenges. I believe that many opportunities are before us. I look forward to the conversation with you.
You change the economy of Greece. We have passed through a similar process. Our bonds are constantly reinforced. I know many Israelis going to Greece, who invest in Greece, which is a vote of confidence. I look forward to the opportunity to discuss the challenges of security, financial opportunities and ways in which we can increase the chances of a constant peace in our region, which I know you want.
From a democracy in the eastern Mediterranean to another democracy in the Eastern Mediterranean, welcome, friend.
Kyriakos Mitsotakis: Thank you, Mr Prime Minister. It is always my pleasure to be here and discussing with you. It is a strategic partnership that has a significant depth, as you pointed out. There are many challenges in the field of security that we need to face in order to bring our region back to peace.
We also want to focus on our economic cooperation and our defense cooperation, which is especially important to us in Greece. I really look forward to the discussion we will have. We always have very honest and open communication. Thank you very much for accepting me today in Jerusalem.