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Greece Declares 2026 “Year of Manos Hatzidakis” to Mark 100 Years Since Composer’s Birth

Greece’s Ministry of Culture has declared 2026 the “Year of Manos Hatzidakis” to mark 100 years since the birth of the acclaimed composer. The initiative will honor Hatzidakis’s enduring influence on Greek and global music through a series of concerts, exhibitions, and educational events celebrating his artistic legacy and cultural vision.

Greece Showcased as “Success Story” at IMF Annual Meeting, Says Minister Pierrakakis

Greece is being hailed as an international “success story” at the IMF Annual Meeting in Washington, with Finance Minister Kyriakos Pierrakakis highlighting the country’s steady debt reduction, strong investor confidence, and ongoing economic reforms. Despite global uncertainty, Greece is projected to lower its debt-to-GDP ratio to 137.6% by 2026 while fostering growth, investment, and fiscal stability.

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Turkish President Erdogan Declares No Plans to Visit Southern Cyprus Amid Ongoing Dispute

In a significant development, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has stated he will not visit Southern Cyprus, emphasizing Turkey’s stance on the Cyprus issue and the mutual non-recognition between Turkey and the Republic of Cyprus. This declaration underscores the persistent divide and the challenges in resolving the long-standing conflict.

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Honorary Consul General of Greece in Queensland Expresses Regret Over Australia’s Abstention on UNESCO Greek Language Day Vote

The Honorary Consul General of Greece in Queensland, George Dimitri Mastrocostas, has expressed disappointment over Australia’s abstention from the UNESCO vote to establish February 9 as the International Day of the Greek Language. Despite widespread global support, Australia did not back the motion, prompting calls for greater cultural recognition and solidarity with Greek Australians.

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Ministers Wong and Kamper Respond to Push for UN Recognition of Greek Language, Fall Short of Support

Federal Ministers Penny Wong and Steve Kamper have responded to Professor Anastasios Tamis’s petition for a UN-recognized International Day of the Greek Language. They acknowledge its cultural significance but cite procedural limitations, drawing criticism from Greek-Australians.

Prince Michael of Greece and Denmark, Renowned Historian and Author, Passes Away

Prince Michael of Greece and Denmark, a renowned historian and author who wrote under the pseudonym Michel de Grece, has passed away at the age of 85. As the only living grandson of King George I, he was an esteemed member of European royalty and earned international acclaim through his historical writings. Despite a cosmopolitan upbringing, he held a deep affection for Greece, where he fulfilled his military duties and spent significant periods of his life.

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