Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has arrived in Lebanon for a pivotal visit amidst significant regional shifts following the fall of the Assad regime in Syria. As the first EU leader to visit Beirut since the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire, Mitsotakis aims to strengthen Greece-Lebanon ties, address the pressing issue of Syrian refugees, and support Lebanon's stability by reinforcing its state institutions, including the Armed Forces. The visit underscores Greece's active role in promoting peace and cooperation in the Eastern Mediterranean.
The trip takes place in a dramatically altered regional landscape following the collapse of the Assad regime in Syria, which has reshaped the balance of power in the Middle East.
Mitsotakis is the first European Union leader to visit Beirut since the November 26 ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah. His visit is seen as both highly symbolic and strategically significant, emphasising Greece's active role in the region and its support for Lebanon's stability during this critical period.
One of the pressing issues for Greece and the EU is the future of Syrian refugees, a matter that has gained urgency with recent changes in Syria. Greece has expressed a readiness to contribute to solutions that address this humanitarian and political challenge, both within Lebanon and across the wider region.
According to government sources, the Prime Minister's visit underscores Greece's commitment to bolstering Lebanon's state institutions, including the Lebanese Armed Forces, which are essential for maintaining the fragile ceasefire.
During his visit, Mitsotakis is scheduled to meet with Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati, Speaker of Parliament Nabih Berri, and members of the Greek community in Lebanon. These discussions will focus on deepening the historic ties of friendship between the two nations, which share cultural and economic links.
The Prime Minister is also expected to highlight Greece's readiness to support Lebanon's recovery and development efforts, particularly in areas critical to security and governance.
Mitsotakis' visit not only reinforces Greece's role as a key player in the Eastern Mediterranean but also signals a broader EU commitment to fostering stability in Lebanon and addressing the challenges posed by the shifting dynamics in Syria and the Middle East.
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