Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at Delphi Inclusivity Lounge

Ambassador Pyatt: "Here at the Embassy, we’re going to continue to work on these issues, building programs to aid women entrepreneurs, to help bridge the gender gap in science and technology, to raise awareness of gender issues, which I think is so much of the story.  I had an opportunity to do this back in ... Read More»

By | 11 May, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Featured Event, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at “Greek Fire: The Lasting Impact of the Greek Revolution on American Culture and Politics” 

Ambassador Pyatt: "I’m proud to say today that the relationship between our countries is at an all-time high.  As President Biden remarked recently, we have rich and important economic, business, and defense ties, but what really binds us are our values.  And the relationship between the United States and Greece is going to continue to ... Read More»

By | 11 May, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Featured Event, Speeches | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Fireside Chat with Marianna Kakaounaki

Ambassador Pyatt: "I think you’ve seen his comments around the Greek Bicentennial.  His comments and Dr. Biden’s comments and the Vice President’s comments on Orthodox Easter.  This is a President who knows Greece and the Greek people extremely well.  He’s made clear that he’s committed to raise our relationship to the next level.  And that’s ... Read More»

By | 10 May, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Featured Event, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at DEFENDER-Europe 21 DV Day

Ambassador Pyatt: "DEFENDER-Europe 21 in particular highlights Alexandroupoli’s strategic location and the critical asset that this port represents.  This large-scale U.S. Army-led exercise, consisting of more than 28,000 multinational forces from 26 nations, is designed to build readiness and interoperability between the United States, NATO Allies, and partner militaries over a wide area of operations." Read More»

By | 7 May, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

We’re Hiring! Join Our Team! – Updated May 6, 2021

Are you interested in working with us at the U.S Embassy in Greece? If yes, you may visit our page at  https://gr.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulate/jobs/   to read advertisements of the positions. Supervisory Financial Specialist Announcement Number, Athens-2021-11 Open period: 05/06/2021 – 05/20/21 As the senior FSN supervisor of the Financial Management Center (FMC), maintains overall responsibility for the leadership, management, training, and guidance ... Read More»

By | 6 May, 2021 | Topics: embassy

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at the Delivery of Hellenic Navy S-70 Helicopter 

Ambassador Pyatt: "The work being done here at Aeroservices, on behalf of the Hellenic Navy, is another great example of the U.S. Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program delivering results for the Hellenic Armed Forces.  The Hellenic Navy’s S-70B sustainment and upgrade programs exemplify the strong cooperation between the U.S. and Hellenic Navies." Read More»

By | 6 May, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at MITEF Greece Startup Competition’s “Pitch Night”

Ambassador Pyatt: "We also continue to work very closely with Minister Kerameus and the terrific team at the Ministry of Education to promote collaboration and exchanges between Greek and American academic and research institutions, all of which are part of accelerating this process of extraversion, helping Greece to succeed in a globally connected and digitally ... Read More»

By | 5 May, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Featured Event, Speeches, Success Stories, U.S. & Greece | Tags: , ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks to Press: U.S. Coast Guard Visit to the Port of Piraeus

Ambassador Pyatt: "As you can tell from the many joint exercises and ship visits that we have seen in recent weeks—like the INIOCHOS Air Force exercise, the USS Eisenhower’s visit to Souda Bay, the Atlantic Resolve rotations ongoing through Alexandroupoli, and Defender-Europe 21 starting next month—our defense and security relationship is stronger than ever, anchored ... Read More»

By | 28 April, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Opening Remarks at SelectUSA Summit Kickoff with Enterprise Greece 

Ambassador Pyatt: "Coming out of a difficult decade of economic crisis, Greek companies are looking outward, are demonstrating the entrepreneurial ingenuity that Greeks are known for around the world and are looking to the United States as a preferred partner.  So that’s fantastic.  I wish we were doing this here in real life, but doing ... Read More»

By | 26 April, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, Trade, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

The United States and Greece: Joining Forces to Combat Climate Change

Ambassador Pyatt: "Greece is renowned as one of the most beautiful countries on Earth, home to some of the planet’s most stunning and diverse natural landscapes.  We share a responsibility to protect Greece’s rich natural heritage and resources so that they can be enjoyed for generations to come.  While doing so, we can also create ... Read More»

By | 26 April, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Environment, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Op-Ed on the U.S.-Greece Defense Relationship

Ambassador Pyatt: "The United States and Greece are poised to do so much more together.  That is why both our governments, at the highest level, are committed to extending the duration and reach of the MDCA.  Our security relationship is not just about hardware.  It is about a commitment to a long-term partnership, based on ... Read More»

By | 26 April, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Featured Event, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: , , ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at Opening of the Museum on Philhellenism 

Ambassador Pyatt: "We are delighted to include the “American Philhellenism” exhibition in the Embassy’s celebration, “USA and Greece: Celebrating 200 Years of Friendship.”  In partnership with cultural and educational institutions around the country, cities, and individual citizens, we will seek to reaffirm and honor the unwavering bond between our democracies and strengthen the cooperation between ... Read More»

By | 14 April, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Featured Event, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at Prometheus: An Innovative Tech Transfer Program in Greece

Ambassador Pyatt: "I’m absolutely convinced that as Greece emerges from the economic crisis, that one of its great competitive advantages is going to be its human capital, its skilled workforce.  We see American companies responding to that — the kind of investments that you’re seeing from top-tier American firms like Pfizer, Cisco, Deloitte, Microsoft, Digital ... Read More»

By | 13 April, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Featured Event, Science & Tech, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: , , ,

The U.S. Embassy in Greece and the Athens Comics Library Welcome  New York Times Bestselling Cartoonist Colleen Doran for Virtual Event

How does a female comic artist break through a male dominated industry? How do you turn your passion into a profession? How do you become a New York Times bestselling cartoonist? Celebrated American cartoon artist Colleen Doran will answer these questions and many more during a special presentation organized by the Athens Comics Library and ... Read More»

By | 5 April, 2021 | Topics: Events, Press Releases | Tags:

Country Reports on Human Rights Practices 2020: Greece

Greece is a constitutional republic and multiparty parliamentary democracy. Legislative authority is vested in a unicameral parliament, which approves a government headed by a prime minister. In July 2019 the country held parliamentary elections that observers considered free and fair. A government formed by the New Democracy Party headed by Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis leads ... Read More»

By | 31 March, 2021 | Topics: Human Rights, Official Reports | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks for Greece Bicentennial Event on USS Constitution

Ambassador Pyatt: "Today, the United States joins Greek people around the world to celebrate the birth of the modern Greek state and the 200-year friendship between our countries.  The Greek and American revolutions are uniquely intertwined, inspired by our deeply ingrained belief in the system of government the ancient Athenians called demokratía because the power ... Read More»

By | 26 March, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Featured Event, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Statement on Greek Independence Day

Ambassador Pyatt: "On behalf of the U.S. Mission in Greece, I’m delighted to celebrate the 200th anniversary of Greek independence and offer my warmest wishes to Greece and the Greek people.  The United States joins Greeks around the world to celebrate the birth of the modern Greek state and the 200-year friendship between our countries. " Read More»

By | 25 March, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Featured Event, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

STEM STARS GREECE: Looking for Greek Science Stars Competition Final | Awards Ceremony

The U.S. Embassy in Athens and the Greek nonprofit organization SciCo are proud to announce the digital STEM STARS GREECE final competition and awards ceremony which will take place on Sunday, March 28th as part of the Athens Science Festival.  The two student teams that will launch Greece’s participation in the International Science and Engineering ... Read More»

By | 24 March, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases, Science & Tech | Tags: ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks to Press with Greek Prime Minister Mitsotakis on USS Dwight D. Eisenhower 

Ambassador Pyatt: "Let me just say what an honor it is for me and for our whole U.S. Navy team to have Prime Minister Mitsotakis and his national security team on board the USS Eisenhower here in Souda Bay today.  Souda is the crown jewel of our defense cooperation, and the support that Greece provides ... Read More»

By | 23 March, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Featured Event, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: , ,

Deputy Chief of Mission David Burger Remarks: Fulbright Spring Get-Together with Greek Fulbright Fellows in the U.S.

Deputy Chief of Mission David Burger: "It’s also an exciting time to be in Greece because we’re doing so much great work with the Greek government on really expanding the horizons of U.S.-Greece cooperation in the academic world. Right now, we’re working very closely with Minister of Education Nikki Kerameus, a graduate of a U.S. ... Read More»

By | 16 March, 2021 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Education, Featured Event, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks: Investing in Clinical Trials, Development Opportunities

Ambassador Pyatt: "We’re very excited that AmCham and the Ministry of Health are moving forward with an MOU to grow their partnership and ensure sustainable, long-term healthcare financing, and leveraging our new Science and Technology Agreement to build opportunities for our researchers.  You in Greece have a great partner in the Biden Administration.  We’re committed ... Read More»

By | 16 March, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: , ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks on International Women’s Day and the U.S. Secretary of State’s International Women of Courage Award 

Ambassador Pyatt: "This year, March 8 arrives as Greece is in the midst of a national debate over sexual harassment.  Like many of you on this call today, I’ve been heartbroken to hear some of the stories that have come out.  I really want to commend the courage of those who have stepped forward to ... Read More»

By | 8 March, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Featured Event, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: , ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Statement on 2021 Bicentennial Celebrations

Ambassador Pyatt: "Greece’s struggle for independence motivated early Americans to rally behind the Greek cause of democracy and self-determination.  As the inheritors of ancient Athenian traditions, American Philhellenes believed they had a civic duty to help Greece reclaim its birthright of democracy. " Read More»

By | 5 March, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Featured Event, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at DigiTalks: “5G: Greece Changes Gears, Challenges and Opportunities” 

Ambassador Pyatt: "All of our lives have been turned upside down by the pandemic over the past year.  And again I’ll say thank you to Antonis and the whole team at Cisco for making available tools like this which have allowed us to continue our work and the great work that Cisco and other American ... Read More»

By | 3 March, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: , , ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at the George C. Marshall Center’s Virtual Seminar on Countering Malign Influence 

Ambassador Pyatt: "The last point I will make to sort of bring it back to Colonel MacDonald and the Marshall Center: just to emphasize how important our military and security ties continue to be to building our alliances.  We see that almost every single day of the week now, as you’ve seen a real ramping ... Read More»

By | 2 March, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at Fulbright Greece Black History Month Event

Ambassador Pyatt: "2021 is a really special year, for both Fulbright and for Greece.  Its the 75th anniversary of Fulbright, the oldest Fulbright program in Europe and the second oldest in the world.  And I will point out, Artemis, that I’m now on track to celebrate both Fulbright’s 70th Anniversary in Greece and it’s 75th, ... Read More»

By | 26 February, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Featured Event, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: , , ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at the International Academic Partnership Program Webinar

Ambassador Pyatt: "Education has been for many decades one of the real bright spots of the U.S.-Greece relationship.  We celebrated a major anniversary of the Fulbright program relatively early in my tenure.  Minister Kerameus was part of Prime Minister Mitsotakis’s delegation to the White House when he went there last year.  That was a reflection ... Read More»

By | 25 February, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Education, Featured Event, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at “Career Path” Webinar

Ambassador Pyatt: "As the Greek government embraces digital reforms and continues to create the right conditions to attract U.S. investors, this mission could not be more timely or more important.  Since I spoke at Panorama last July, American investment in Greece’s technology and innovation sectors has grown at a phenomenal rate." Read More»

By | 22 February, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Statement on International Holocaust Remembrance Day

Ambassador Pyatt: "We are committed to working with Greece and the IHRA to combat Holocaust denial and anti-Semitism, and we will continue to support the Greek government’s efforts to build a world-class Holocaust Museum in Thessaloniki to tell the story of the tens of thousands of Thessaloniki Jews who perished in the Holocaust." Read More»

By | 27 January, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at Front Runners in Sports Management 3.0 Webinar

Ambassador Pyatt: "So as we look ahead to our celebration of Greece’s bicentennial this year and the Tokyo Olympics this summer, I know that sports collaboration between the United States and Greece will continue as part of our larger effort to celebrate Greece’s history, to honor the accomplishments of its people, and to uphold the ... Read More»

By | 24 January, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at Conference on Cultural Diplomacy and Contribution of Diaspora

Ambassador Pyatt: "The Greek diaspora and especially grassroots organizations like AHEPA help to put our democratic principles into practice, forming a vital bridge between the peoples of our two countries. You are one of the secret ingredients of our bilateral relationship, helping to advance our great work." Read More»

By | 20 January, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Featured Event, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: , ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at U.S. Presidential Inauguration Event

Ambassador Pyatt: "Inspired by ancient Greece’s greatest thinkers and the experience of Athenian democracy, our nation’s founders drafted a Constitution seeking to create a “more perfect union.”  They understood that every democracy is a work in progress, that the American experiment would follow a winding path, and that our citizens would be tested. But they ... Read More»

By | 20 January, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Featured Event, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Op-Ed for “Kathimerini” Newspaper: Celebrating 200 Years of Friendship

Ambassador Pyatt: "We know from history books that this is when the Greek people proclaimed their independence, and many gave their lives in the fight for democratic self-governance. What is less well-known is that this was also the start of an important relationship between the United States and Greece, whose histories have been intertwined from ... Read More»

By | 19 January, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Featured Event, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks on ERT’s Morning Show Syndeseis

Ambassador Pyatt: "So I think I’m very, very optimistic about where the relationship is going. I’m excited about the Greek bicentennial as an opportunity to remind Americans about what Greece stands for, and in particular what Athenian democracy stands for. I think this is a wonderful opportunity for Greece to tell some of these stories ... Read More»

By | 14 January, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Featured Event, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: , , , ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at Athens Investment Zone Site at former ΧΡΩΠΕΙ Dye Works

Ambassador Pyatt: "I think 2020 has been very exciting to see all of the growth and attention that the Greek start-up sector is getting in the United States.  And I’m very excited about the prospect of being able to build further our U.S.-Greek partnership around this center because we have done the same thing in ... Read More»

By | 30 December, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at the ONEX-Cisco International Maritime Tech and Innovation Center Launch

Ambassador Pyatt: "U.S.-Greece cooperation in the maritime and defense sectors continues to grow from strength to strength, based on the principle and the strategy that a stronger and more secure Greece serves American interests and strengthens our NATO Alliance." Read More»

By | 18 December, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: , ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at The Greek Association for Atlantic and European Cooperation 29th Annual International Symposium

Ambassador Pyatt:"So we’re very proud of the partnership that we have there, and I would emphasize how significant it is that Prime Minister Mitsotakis has been so unambiguous in his views at a moment when there are voices in Europe throwing around terms like “strategic autonomy” that I think can lead in very unfortunate directions. ... Read More»

By | 18 December, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at the Southeast Europe and East Med Conference

Ambassador Pyatt: "There’s a great deal of confidence in the U.S.-Greece relationship today, and I’m very proud of how we’ve managed to build that across Greek governments and across political parties, and for that matter, across American governments.  And that’s the spirit in which we would approach this prospect of dialogue. " Read More»

By | 16 December, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at Digital Economy Forum 2020

Ambassador Pyatt: "With growing interest and support from the U.S. business community, Greece is on track to become a magnet for technology and innovation in Southeastern Europe and the Western Balkans.  I’m confident that these investments will help contribute to greater stability and prosperity in the region while putting more talented Greeks to work.   ... Read More»

By | 15 December, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at 22nd Annual Capital Link Invest in Greece Forum 

Ambassador Pyatt:"And if I can leave you with one idea today, it’s that despite a pandemic-induced global slowdown and the huge challenges that COVID-19 has created for all of us, Greece, from the perspective of the American government, is on the right track and moving forward, and indeed, as Ambassador Papadopoulou just described,U.S.-Greece relations have ... Read More»

By | 15 December, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

CAATSA Section 231 “Imposition of Sanctions on Turkish Presidency of Defense Industries”

Fact Sheet (December 14, 2020) - Today, The United States is imposing sanctions on the Republic of Turkey’s Presidency of Defense Industries (SSB) pursuant to Section 231 of the Countering America’s Adversaries Through Sanctions Act (CAATSA) for knowingly engaging in a significant transaction with Rosoboronexport (ROE), Russia’s main arms export entity, by procuring the S-400 ... Read More»

By | 14 December, 2020 | Topics: Fact Sheets | Tags: ,

The United States Sanctions Turkey Under CAATSA 231

Secretary Pompeo (December 14, 2020) - "Today, the United States is imposing sanctions on the Republic of Turkey’s Presidency of Defense Industries (SSB) pursuant to Section 231 of the Countering America’s Adversaries Through Sanctions Act (CAATSA) for knowingly engaging in a significant transaction with Rosoboronexport, Russia’s main arms export entity, by procuring the S-400 surface-to-air ... Read More»

By | 14 December, 2020 | Topics: U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Conversation with Nikolaos Bakatselos, President, American-Hellenic Chamber of Commerce at the 31st Annual Greek Economic Summit

Tuesday, December 1, 2020 Nikolaos Bakatselos, President, American-Hellenic Chamber of Commerce: This is your fifth GES, and it’s your fourth year here in Greece. Your presence here has been remarkable. For us, you are the architect of the current status of Greek-U.S. relations, and we thank you for that. What would you say has been our ... Read More»

By | 3 December, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks for the 2020 CoMuseum International Conference

Ambassador Pyatt: "We turn to the arts in times of crisis for inspiration, to reflect on the ideas and emotions that define us, to share experiences in a community, and to take a break from daily pressures in our lives.  In these moments, we need our museums and cultural institutions more than ever." Read More»

By | 2 December, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Culture, Events, Speeches | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at the 31st Annual Greek Economic Summit

Ambassador Pyatt: "I remain a true believer in the value of the US-Greece relationship. Our growing collaboration in the digital sector & our investments in energy & infrastructure are creating more opportunities & jobs, ensuring greater security, stability, & prosperity in the EastMed." Read More»

By | 1 December, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Statement by U.S. Ambassador to Greece Geoffrey R. Pyatt on F-35 Acquisition

November 30, 2020 The United States, at the highest levels, has welcomed Greece’s interest in acquiring the F-35 for the Hellenic Air Force.  We have signaled our support for procurement and are working closely together on a future acquisition program, which would enhance Greece’s defense capabilities, ensure interoperability with U.S. Armed Forces and improve regional stability.  All reports to the ... Read More»

By | 30 November, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at the SingularityU Summit

Ambassador Pyatt: "A lot of this goes back to seeds that we planted in 2018 at the Thessaloniki International Fair. But it also reflects the fact that American companies are recognizing the value proposition that Greece represents — whether it’s Microsoft and the very large commitment that they’ve made to their new data centers here ... Read More»

By | 24 November, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: ,

The CoMuseum: Virtual International Conference and Workshops

On December 2-4, the U.S. Embassy in Greece, in partnership with the Benaki Museum and the British Council, will present the 10th International CoMuseum Conference. The event will take place in a digital format this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The conference is organized in collaboration with the Goethe-Institut Athen and the Ambassade de ... Read More»

By | 18 November, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: , ,

Open Doors 2020: More American Students are Choosing to Study in Greece

Greece moved up two places and is now ranked 12th globally for study abroad destinations for U.S. students (it was ranked 14th in 2019, and 17th in 2018), with 5,834 U.S. students studying in Greece for the 2018/19 academic year, compared to 5,223 the previous year. Read More»

By | 16 November, 2020 | Topics: Education, Press Releases, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Message for The Hellenic Initiative’s Gala

Ambassador Pyatt: "In 2021, we’re going to be launching a new joint program focused on mentorship of young entrepreneurs.  And since we’re in an election year in the United States, I want to say an added “thank you” to all my friends in the Greek American diaspora for the work that you do every day ... Read More»

By | 13 November, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Opening Remarks for Hamilton Virtual Discussion

Ambassador Pyatt: "Hamilton is a reminder that history matters, and as an amateur historian myself, I appreciated that. But what I really appreciated is that Hamilton is just a wonderful story, fantastic music, the way in which it blends Broadway traditions with hip hop, and I’m sure all of the panelists and experts will do a much better job ... Read More»

By | 10 November, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, History, Speeches | Tags: ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at ELIAMEP Online Discussion: “E.U.-U.S. Relations After the U.S. Elections: A Restart?” 

Ambassador Pyatt: "As a career official, I have an obligation now to stand aside while the process plays itself out, but I have to say, as American Ambassador to Greece, I was really deeply touched by the outpouring of congratulations that I received on Saturday, both public and private, from Greek political leaders, from everyday ... Read More»

By | 9 November, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Conversation with Alexia Tasouli Thessaloniki Summit

Thursday, November 5, 2020, 4:00 p.m. Alexia Tasouli: Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen. The Ambassador and I were supposed to be in Thessaloniki today, but because of COVID restrictions, we will join the summit online, and we hope to have an interesting discussion. Mr. Ambassador, thank you for participating in the Thessaloniki Summit this year, ... Read More»

By | 5 November, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks: Patras RouteLab on Entrepreneurship (Virtual Event)

Ambassador Pyatt:"A few years ago, when I started working on the Thessaloniki Fair and talking to American tech companies about Thessaloniki, they would ask, “Where is that?” And nobody really thought of Greece as having a significant role in the knowledge-based economy of the world.  That’s not the case anymore, and in fact, what U.S. ... Read More»

By | 30 October, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Science & Tech, Speeches | Tags:

Ceasefire in Libya

Secretary Pompeo (Oct. 26, 2020) - "We welcome the announcement of Libyans signing a nationwide, immediate ceasefire agreement at the UN-facilitated 5+5 Joint Military Commission talks in Geneva on October 23.  We commend Libyan leadership on all sides for taking this courageous step.  We also appreciate the vital role the UN Acting Special Representative of ... Read More»

By | 27 October, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags:

CoMuseum – Leadership in Challenging Times

The CoMuseum International Conference is organising a series of digital conversations entitled Leadership in Challenging Times with local and international experts from museums and other cultural organisations. The digital conversations will take place in September and October 2020, and will be convened by the CoMuseum main partners: the Benaki Museum, the British Council and the ... Read More»

By | 26 October, 2020 | Topics: Art & Culture, Events, News, Press Releases | Tags: ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at the AUSA 2020 7th Hellenic Pavilion Roundtable Discussion

Ambassador Pyatt: "America’s strategy with Greece is founded on the concept that we seek to bolster Greece and Greece’s role as a pillar of stability in the Eastern Mediterranean and the Western Balkans, a country that shares strategic interests with the United States, that shares values, and is well poised, as it emerges from a ... Read More»

By | 15 October, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece

Statement on the Verdict of the Murder Trial of Dr. Suzanne Eaton

Torrey Goad Spokesperson, U.S. Embassy Athens October 13, 2020 We welcome today’s verdict in the trial of the horrific murder last year in Crete of U.S. citizen Dr. Suzanne Eaton. We are deeply saddened by this tragic and inexcusable loss of life. We again offer our deep condolences to Dr. Eaton’s family and many friends. We ... Read More»

By | 13 October, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags:

Secretary of State Michael Pompeo Travel to Greece, September 28-29, 2020

In Greece, Secretary Pompeo met with Prime Minister Mitsotakis and Foreign Minister Dendias to renew our shared commitment to advance security, peace, and prosperity in the Eastern Mediterranean and celebrate the strongest U.S.-Greek relationship in decades. In Thessaloniki, the Secretary signed a bilateral science and technology agreement, and hosted energy sector business leaders for a ... Read More»

By | 2 October, 2020 | Topics: Fact Sheets, Speeches, U.S. & Greece, U.S. Consulate in Thessaloniki, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags:

Secretary Michael R. Pompeo And Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis Joint Press Statements After Their Meeting

REMARKS TO THE PRESS HELLENIC HANGAR 340 CRETE, GREECE September 29, 2020 PRIME MINISTER MITSOTAKIS:  (Via translator) Ladies and gentlemen, dear friends, it is with great pleasure that we’re welcoming here in Crete the Secretary of State of the U.S. Mike Pompeo.  It is his second visit to Greece in the past months, and following my trip ... Read More»

By | 29 September, 2020 | Topics: U.S. & Greece, U.S. Secretary of State

U.S.-Greece Science and Technology Agreement Fact Sheet

September 28, 2020 - The U.S.-Greece Science and Technology Agreement was signed by U.S. Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo and Greece’s Minister of Development and Investments Adonis Georgiadis, accompanied by U.S. Chief Technology Officer Michael Kratsios and Deputy Minister of Development and Investments Christos Dimas at a ceremony in Thessaloniki, Greece, on September 28, ... Read More»

By | 28 September, 2020 | Topics: Fact Sheets, News, Science & Tech, U.S. & Greece, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: ,

Joint Statement Regarding the High-Level Review of the U.S.-Greece Strategic Dialogue

Greek Minister of Foreign Affairs Nikos Dendias and U.S. Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo conducted a high-level review of the U.S.-Greece Strategic Dialogue on September 28, 2020, in anticipation of the third Strategic Dialogue to be held in Washington, DC in 2021. The United States and Greece reaffirm their commitment to the Strategic Dialogue ... Read More»

By | 28 September, 2020 | Topics: U.S. & Greece, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags:

Secretary Pompeo Travels to Greece to Advance Security, Peace, and Prosperity

September 27, 2020 - Secretary Pompeo will travel to Thessaloniki and Crete, Greece, September 28-30, 2020, where he will meet with Prime Minister Mitsotakis and Foreign Minister Dendias to renew our shared commitment to advance security, peace, and prosperity in the Eastern Mediterranean and Western Balkans, as well as celebrate the strongest U.S.-Greek relationship in ... Read More»

By | 27 September, 2020 | Topics: Fact Sheets, News, U.S. & Greece, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: , ,

Secretary Pompeo’s Travel to Greece, Italy, the Holy See, and Croatia

September 24, 2020 - Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo will travel to Greece, Italy, the Holy See, and Croatia September 27 to October 2. In Greece, Secretary Pompeo will meet with Prime Minister Mitsotakis and Foreign Minister Dendias to renew our shared commitment to advance security, peace, and prosperity in the Eastern Mediterranean and celebrate ... Read More»

By | 25 September, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Greece, U.S. Secretary of State

Ambassador Pyatt’s Press Statement at Elefsina Shipyard 

Ambassador Pyatt: "As we were coming up from Piraeus this afternoon, my friend Nikos Vernikos was pointing out to everybody the upcoming anniversary of the Battle of Salamis, which is a reminder of the 2,500 years of maritime history that Greece has.  This shipyard is an important reflection of that history, but also an illustration ... Read More»

By | 21 September, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Conversation with Ambassador Pyatt, Olympia Forum

Ambassador Geoffrey Pyatt Alexia Tasouli – Olympia Forum September 19, 2020 Alexia Tasouli: Thank you, Ambassador, again, for the privilege to have this conversation with you again, online this time. Ambassador Pyatt: Thank you, Alexia. I’m really delighted to be able to do it. Like you, I’m really sorry not to be in Olympia on ... Read More»

By | 20 September, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

U.S. Government Delegation to Travel to Greece, Kosovo, Serbia, and Israel

September 20, WASHINGTON— A U.S. government delegation led by U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) Chief Executive Officer Adam Boehler will travel to Athens, Greece; Pristina, Kosovo; Belgrade, Serbia; and Jerusalem, Israel from September 20 through September 25 to advance economic cooperation and development. Read More»

By | 20 September, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Interview to “Naftika Chronika”

Ambassador Pyatt: "Greek shipping is a vital enabler of global trade, and we greatly value this aspect of our relationship, including the leading Greek shipping companies that are listed on the New York stock exchange. The strong U.S.-Greece maritime relationship is also driving for greater American investment and trade, particularly in the energy sector." Read More»

By | 18 September, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at The Economist Greek Government Roundtable

Ambassador Pyatt: "First of all, let me say what a pleasure it is to be back. Congratulations to The Economist for building a really all-star morning focused on regional security and defense issues, and I think it’s terrific that you’ll wind up this morning with Minister Hatzidakis talking about the energy security issues because that’s an ... Read More»

By | 16 September, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece, Video | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at AmCham HealthWorld Conference 2020 

Ambassador Pyatt: "Greece’s performance over the past several months has won praise from partners and media around the world, and the government has continued to make investments to strengthen the healthcare system, including increased staffing, ICU capacity, and social support.  Until a vaccine is developed, this is our world.  We must continue to act responsibly, ... Read More»

By | 15 September, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Health Issues, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks for TechCamp Thessaloniki Virtual Discussion “Empowering Women Entrepreneurs”

Ambassador Pyatt: "Certainly in my experience over the past four years, some of the most inspiring and impressive young entrepreneurs I’ve met in Greece happen to be women. They are people who are carving their own path in industries that will define the future of our knowledge-based economy. " Read More»

By | 8 September, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: , ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Interview to Kathimerini’s “K” Magazine

His fondness for Greece is not a diplomatic gimmick. “For me, in many ways, coming to Greece was like coming home,” he says. “When we first came, my wife [Mary Pyatt] and I took a walk along the coastline around Glyfada and I remember just how wonderful it was looking at the sun slowly dropping ... Read More»

By | 8 September, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Labor Day 2020

Athens — The U.S. Embassy in Athens and its Consular Section, the U.S. Consulate General in Thessaloniki, and all U.S. Government offices in Greece will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2020 in observance of Labor Day, a U.S. national holiday Read More»

By | 4 September, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Interview to Real News

Ambassador Pyatt: "The U.S.-Greece relationship is at a historic, all-time high. Our enhanced relationship with Greece is based on common goals and a considered strategy that recognizes the return of great power competition to the Eastern Mediterranean. Greece is a pillar of stability and a key NATO Ally when it comes to halting expanding Russian ... Read More»

By | 31 August, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

U.S. Bombers & Allied Aircraft Integrate to Fly Over All 30 NATO Nations in a Day

In a unique spin on regularly recurring Bomber Task Force (BTF) missions in Europe, six U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress strategic bombers will fly over all 30 NATO nations in Europe and North America on Aug. 28. This single-day mission titled Allied Sky is intended to demonstrate NATO solidarity, enhance readiness and provide training opportunities ... Read More»

By | 28 August, 2020 | Topics: U.S. & Greece

Ambassador Statement following Meeting with Governor Tzitzikostas

August 27, 2020 Καλησπέρα! Let me first say what an exciting day today is as I’m here in Thessaloniki to help introduce our new Consul General, Liz Lee, somebody who is highly regarded in our diplomatic service, and most importantly, like me, is a Californian, with the sense of optimism and future orientation that is ... Read More»

By | 27 August, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece

Readout of Call between President Trump and Prime Minister Mitsotakis

Judd Deere, White House Deputy Press Secretary August 26, 2020 Today, President Donald J. Trump spoke with Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis of Greece. President Trump expressed concern over increased tension between NATO allies Greece and Turkey in the Eastern Mediterranean. President Trump reaffirmed that Greece and Turkey must commit to dialogue, which is the only ... Read More»

By | 27 August, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Speeches, U.S. & Greece

Ambassador Statement to Media with Deputy Minister Karaoglou 

Ambassador Statement to Media with Deputy Minister Karaoglou Wednesday, August 26, 2020, 3:00 p.m.   Καλησπέρα, good afternoon, everybody.  Let me first of all say thank you to the Minister for the very warm welcome.  Also, congratulations on the completion of the first year of the new government, and also my congratulations for the smart approach that the government continues ... Read More»

By | 26 August, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece

Ambassador Pyatt and Consul General Lee’s Statements to Media with Mayor Zervas 

Ambassador Pyatt and Consul General Lee’s Statements to Media with Mayor Zervas Wednesday, August 26, 2020, 2:00 p.m.   Ambassador Pyatt: Hello, everybody.  Let me say first of all, thank you, Mayor Zervas, as always, for the fantastically warm welcome here in Thessaloniki.  It’s a particular pleasure for me to be back here today to introduce Liz Lee, our new Consul ... Read More»

By | 26 August, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece

DCM David Burger’s Remarks at Half the Picture Screening Beyond Borders International Documentary Festival, Castellorizo

Monday, August 25, 2020 Thank you so much, Irini. It’s a real honor to be here. We’re really honored as the U.S. Embassy to sponsor Half the Picture. A great thanks to the Hellenic History Foundation for this terrific event. Beyond Borders is of course challenging us to think beyond our borders, think beyond our ... Read More»

By | 25 August, 2020 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News, U.S. & Greece

UPDATE: The United States Continues to Lead the Global Response to COVID-19

FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON AUGUST 21, 2020 As Posted on State.gov The United States is leading the global response to COVID-19 with foreign assistance funding. The U.S. Government (USG) has allocated $20.5 billion for the development of vaccines and therapeutics, preparedness efforts, and other foreign assistance. Our global efforts build upon decades of U.S. ... Read More»

By | 24 August, 2020 | Topics: Fact Sheets | Tags:

DCM David Burger’s Remarks on Opening Night of Beyond Borders International Documentary Festival

Καλησπέρα σας! Good evening. Thank you Tasos, thank you Irini. Distinguished Secretary General, Distinguished Deputy Mayor of Castellorizo, it’s a great honor to be here. My team did some checking when we decided that I would make this trip to Castellorizo to see when the last time was that any official from the U.S. embassy visited ... Read More»

By | 23 August, 2020 | Topics: Events, News

Travel Advisory: Greece – Level 3: Reconsider Travel

Reconsider travel to Greece due to COVID-19. Read the Department of State’s  COVID-19 page  before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 3 Travel Health Notice for Greece due to COVID-19. Greece has resumed most transportation options, (including airport operations and re-opening of some land-border crossing) and business operations (including day cares and schools). Other improved conditions ... Read More»

By | 7 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert

U.S. Mission to Greece and Found.ation host TechCamp Thessaloniki: Empowering Women Entrepreneurs

Athens – The U.S. Mission to Greece is pleased to announce a partnership with Found.ation to host “TechCamp Thessaloniki: Empowering Women Entrepreneurs” September 6-8, 2020 at the 84th Thessaloniki International Fair. Supporting female-led startups and creating equal opportunities for women in the entrepreneurship ecosystem are the goals of “TechCamp Thessaloniki.” Read More»

By | 30 July, 2020 | Topics: Events, Press Releases | Tags: , ,

Αmbassador Pyatt’s Remarks at Alexandroupoli Port

Ambassador Pyatt:"Alexandroupoli plays a strategic role in our countries’ common goal of building European energy and regional security. The city is poised to become a regional energy hub with the completed market test for the FSRU terminal and plans for a gas-fired GE power plant; a transportation, defense, and security hub with the geostrategic location ... Read More»

By | 23 July, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador

Readout of Secretary of Defense Dr. Mark T. Esper’s Phone Call With Greek Minister of Defense Nikos Panagiotopoulos

July 21, 2020 Secretary of Defense Dr. Mark T. Esper spoke by phone today with Greek Minister of Defense Nikos Panagiotopoulos to reaffirm the strong defense relationship between the United States and Greece. The Secretary thanked Minister Panagiotopoulos for hosting U.S. forces at Souda Bay, and for our strong bilateral cooperation.  This is marked, most recently, by ... Read More»

By | 22 July, 2020 | Topics: News, U.S. & Greece

Health Alert:  U.S. Embassy Athens – update on travel restrictions

U.S. citizens residing in the United States are currently not permitted to enter Greece for non-essential travel, which includes tourism, unless you have an EU passport or meet one of the very narrow exceptions detailed on the Greek Embassy in Washington, DC’s posted  information on entrance into the European Union/Schengen Area .  There is no projected date as to when entry will be ... Read More»

By | 18 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at Blink Charging Hellas’ e-Vehicle Charging Network Event

Ambassador Pyatt: "I want to assure you that the United States will continue to partner with Greece on its sustainability initiatives, and I certainly look forward to seeing more electric vehicles on Greek roads and Blink charging stations across the country – of course here in Athens but also in Thessaloniki" Read More»

By | 16 July, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at DCN Forum “The World After COVID-19: Digital Troubleshooting”

Ambassador Pyatt:"I am especially proud of the roles that American technology and science have played in helping to shape the Greek response to COVID-19. From startups 3D-printing personal protective equipment for hospital workers and first responders, to businesses embracing telework to maintain operations, to families connecting virtually across miles and borders, technology has been central ... Read More»

By | 15 July, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s 2020 Athens College Commencement Address

Ambassador Pyatt: "So remember, America stands with you. We look forward to your bicentennial next year in 2021 as an opportunity to celebrate the shared democratic values that legions of Greeks and Americans have pledged to uphold and defend. The United States has stood with Greece as a friend and an ally through difficult times ... Read More»

By | 13 July, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Education, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: , ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at Rutgers “Trophy-Τροφή Challenge” Virtual Event

Ambassador Pyatt: "With the health crisis behind us, one of the U.S. Embassy’s top priorities now is to support Greece’s economic recovery.  We firmly believe that one of the best means of achieving this goal is by cultivating Greek entrepreneurship and innovation." Read More»

By | 10 July, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: , ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s ACS Athens Graduation Video Message

June 22, 2020 Thank you, Dr. Pelonis, for the kind introduction. University of Illinois at Chicago President Dr. Amiridis, Chairman of the Board of Trustees Mr. Sabbagh, distinguished guests, faculty and staff of the American Community School, parents, family, and friends, and most importantly, members of the graduating class of 2020, I’m honored to welcome ... Read More»

By | 22 June, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Education

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at AmCham East Med Act and 3+1 in Age of COVID-19

Ambassador Pyatt: "So our work together with Greece, Israel, and Cyprus brings together three democracies, three countries that enjoy a strong, dynamic relationship with the United States for us to work together on. That was Secretary Pompeo’s message when he went to Jerusalem last spring to launch the 3+1 process with all three leaders." Read More»

By | 2 June, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at Junior Achievement Awards Ceremony

Ambassador Pyatt: "I’m really glad as well that I’m joined this afternoon by Minister Digalakis from the Ministry of Education and, of course, my friend, Minister of Digital Governance Kyriakos Pierrakakis. I think it’s fantastic that the Ministry of Education has been so supportive of JA, and that sends a really good signal about the ... Read More»

By | 26 May, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Fulbright Greece: Message from U.S. Ambassador Geoffrey Pyatt

As the U.S. Ambassador to the Hellenic Republic, I want to commend Fulbright Greece on its response to the unprecedented challenge of the COVID-19 pandemic.  After the State Department issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory on March 19 and the Fulbright Program was suspended for all U.S. participants, Artemis and her team at Fulbright ... Read More»

By | 18 May, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Education, Speeches | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Op-Ed for “Ta Nea”

The U.S. and Greece: Partners in the Pandemic and the Day After Saturday,  May 2, 2020 Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, our team at the U.S. Embassy has been working closely with the Greek government to ensure that we will be able to maintain the momentum in our economic relationship once the crisis is behind us.  Greece’s effective management of the pandemic, including itsinnovative and successful drive to ... Read More»

By | 2 May, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece

Ambassador Pyatt’s Discussion with TV Journalists

April 15, 2020 (Transcript from Skype Call) Ambassador Pyatt:  Good afternoon everybody.  Kalo Pascha.  It’s great to see everyone healthy.  I’m really glad that we’re able to do this, and I want to thank everybody for being so flexible as we work with these new tools.  At the Embassy we have tried to be very, very respectful of the Prime Minister’s ... Read More»

By | 15 April, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt: Greek Investor Guide, Video-Part 1

Greece Investing in Strategic Projects in Greece Video Transcript Published March 20, 2020 It’s been a very dynamic three years in Greece. Most importantly Greece has gone from being a source of problems to a source of solutions in the wider region. The economy after a long crisis has begun to recover. The banking system ... Read More»

By | 7 April, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece, Video | Tags:

Presidential Proclamation on Greek Independence Day 2020

Our great American experiment was inspired by the ideas about liberty, self-government, and the rule of law that traced their roots to ancient Greece. On Greek Independence Day, we commemorate the rich history shared between the United States and Greece, which is fortified by our love of freedom and commitment to democratic institutions. We join ... Read More»

By | 25 March, 2020 | Topics: President of the United States, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Interview to SKAI TV

Ambassador Geoffrey Pyatt  Skai TV, journalist Apostolos Mangiriadis February 19, 2020 Skai TV: Mr. Ambassador, thank you for joining Skai’s nightly newscast. Ambassador Pyatt: Thank you for having me. Skai TV: Let me start the discussion with an issue that has monopolized the public discourse over the last few months, and I’m talking about the ... Read More»

By | 20 February, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks and Press Statement at Visit to Stefanovikio

Ambassador Pyatt: "So as we look forward next year to welcoming the 101st Combat Aviation Brigade for the next rotation in support of Atlantic Resolve, I know that we will be seeing opportunities to further deepen these ties between our allied nations, but also to develop the capacity of American forces, which enables the U.S. ... Read More»

By | 19 February, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

U.S. Embassy Athens is supporting the 2020 STEM STARS GREECE competition

The U.S. Embassy, in partnership with SciCo, is excited to announce that 100mentorsnetwork will be joining STEM STARS GREECE, adding their skills-building expertise to this initiative and that we have therefore extended the deadline for Greek students to apply for this prestigious program. In December, we announced the launch of the STEM STARS GREECE competition with ... Read More»

By | 30 January, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at Propeller Club Pita Cutting Ceremony

The all-time high in U.S.-Greece relations and the tremendous bipartisan support that our relationship enjoys in Washington reflects significantly on our longtime partnership with the Propeller Club. So I’d like to thank Costis and the Board for the fantastic cooperation over the past year and look ahead at our goals for 2020. Read More»

By | 21 January, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece

Ambassador Pyatt’s Presentation of Community Service Network Donation to Neos Voutzas/Mati Athletic Center

I will always remember that night in July of 2018 when the fires happened. I grew up in Southern California, so I grew up very familiar with the problem of wildfires, and in San Diego, my hometown, just like in Greece, because of climate change, and because of how weather is becoming more extreme, we’re ... Read More»

By | 16 January, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece

Ambassador Pyatt’s interview to ERT Journalist Dimitris Apokis

January 13, 2020 ERT:  Ambassador, thank you very much for the opportunity — Ambassador Pyatt:  I’m delighted. ERT:  — to talk with us about the important visit of the Prime Minister in Washington. You were there.  You were part of the meetings with President Trump, Secretary Pompeo, other senior administration officials.  Give us your prospective ... Read More»

By | 15 January, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

White House Readout from the meeting between President Trump and Prime Minister Mitsotakis

January 7, 2020 Today, President Donald J. Trump met with Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis of Greece at the White House. The two leaders discussed their nations’ joint efforts as key North Atlantic Treaty Organization Allies to promote security and stability in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea. They also discussed Greece’s efforts to improve its business climate ... Read More»

By | 9 January, 2020 | Topics: President of the United States, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Secretary Mike R. Pompeo at Reception in Honor of Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis and Mrs. Mitsotakis

REMARKS MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE BEN FRANKLIN ROOM WASHINGTON, D.C. JANUARY 8, 2020 SECRETARY POMPEO: Well, thank you. Good evening, everyone. Kalispera. Yeah? All right. One for one. (Laughter.) I want to welcome my guests: The prime minister of the Hellenic Republic, my friend, Prime Minister Mitsotakis – welcome – and his wife, Mareva. Right over there, Mareva, good to see you ... Read More»

By | 9 January, 2020 | Topics: U.S. & Greece, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags:

STEM STARS GREECE: Searching for Greek Science Stars

The U.S. Embassy in Athens and Greek nonprofit organization SciCo, are organizing for the first time in Greece, the STEM STARS GREECE competition with the aim of supporting, highlighting, and rewarding 14 to 18-year-old students with a special inclination towards science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM). The winners of the competition will receive special prizes, ... Read More»

By | 17 December, 2019 | Topics: Events, Press Releases, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Ambassador Pyatt Interview to Armed Forces Network

December 9, 2019 Souda Bay AFN: How you would describe the current Greek-American military relations in 2019 and how does NSA Souda Bay support that mission? Ambassador Pyatt: So, we are at a high point in terms of the U.S. – Greece military relationship. That was reflected in October when Secretary of State Pompeo was ... Read More»

By | 11 December, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Interview with CNN.gr

AmCham Greek Economic Summit December 3, 2019, 10:00 a.m. Interviewer: Mr. Ambassador, welcome and thank you for being with us at CNN Greece. We are in the Economic Summit of the American-Hellenic Chamber, about the economy, and let’s start with economy. According to recent data, bilateral commercial relationships between Greece and the United States have ... Read More»

By | 6 December, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece

Ambassador’s Remarks at the 13th Annual Corporate Communications Conference

Ambassador Pyatt (Dec. 6, 2019) - "Across all sectors from innovation and energy to shipping and tourism, American companies are seeing that Greece’s return is real, and companies are succeeding here due to the combination of a highly skilled yet affordable labor force, Greece’s wealth of natural resources, its prime geostrategic location, and the political ... Read More»

By | 6 December, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at Envipco Plant Inauguration

Ambassador Pyatt (Dec. 5, 2019) - "Both our countries are working to develop a circular economy, where the goal is to minimize waste by maximizing the recovery and reuse of materials.  This is not just a defensive measure for our planet, but an opportunity for large-scale investment in an area where U.S. companies benefit from ... Read More»

By | 5 December, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at ONEX Syros Shipyard Inauguration

Ambassador Pyatt (Dec. 4, 2019) -"Onex’s investment in the Neorion Shipyards builds on a long history of U.S.-Greece ties in the maritime sector.  And the U.S. government views Neorion as an important American investment – strategically, commercially, and symbolically.  And I think the fact that the Onex investment began under the Syriza government and has ... Read More»

By | 4 December, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Statement to Press with Minister Georgiadis at AmCham Greek Economic Summit

Tuesday, December 3, 2019 Ambassador Pyatt: Καλημέρα σας. I just want to emphasize the point I made in my remarks about the critical importance of Prime Minister Mitsotakis’s invitation to Washington, D.C. for January 7th, and the fantastic opportunity that represents to get the word out about how Greece has changed over the past months, about the ... Read More»

By | 3 December, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece

U.S. and Greece Mark Significant Increase in Educational Exchanges

ATHENS, November 19, 2019 – According to the Open Doors 2019 survey findings, published by the Institute of International Education (IIE), the number of Greek students studying in the U.S.A. increased 5.3% during the 2018/19 academic year, while the number of U.S. students in Greece increased 20% during the 2017/18 academic year. Read More»

By | 20 November, 2019 | Topics: Press Releases, Scholarships and Exchanges, U.S. & Greece

Ambassador Pyatt’s remarks at Foreign Affairs International Conference on Religious Diplomacy

The United States is committed to working with Greece and other democratic partners to defend religious freedom abroad.  That’s why the Ambassador for International Religious Freedom Sam Brownback visited Greece in May, and why we appreciated Foreign Minister Dendias’ participation in the Second Ministerial to Advance Religious Freedom.  This was the largest-ever human rights conference, ... Read More»

By | 12 November, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece

Deputy Assistant Secretary Matthew Palmer Roundtable

On the record November 6, 2019 DAS Palmer:  I’ll start maybe with just a few thoughts up front.  It’s a real pleasure and a privilege to be back here in Athens.  The U.S.-Greek relationship is phenomenally strong.  It’s the strongest in my memory.  I think it’s the strongest in the memory of anyone who’s working ... Read More»

By | 7 November, 2019 | Topics: U.S. & Greece | Tags: , ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at StartUpNow Forum

Ambassador Pyatt: "First of all, let me say what a pleasure it is to be here.  I always find it enormously encouraging to see how much is happening in the Greek startup space, and it’s a real pleasure for me to be here with my Dutch and Norwegian counterparts and to talk about a little ... Read More»

By | 24 October, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: , ,

Remarks by A/S Reeker at the U.S. – Greece Strategic Dialogue

A/S Reeker: "Greece is a key ally and partner of the United States, and as Secretary Pompeo has just said two days ago here in Athens, Greece is a pillar of stability in this region. When we launched the Strategic Dialogue process last December, we were making a strategic investment in the relationship between the ... Read More»

By | 7 October, 2019 | Topics: U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Secretary Michael R. Pompeo and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis Remarks to the Press

Secretary Pompeo: "That economic pillar is part of the Strategic Dialogue that we’re here to be part of, but there’s also the fact that Greece can play an important strategic role here in the region. This is a dynamic region with lots going on. There’s lots of change taking place and we are very confident ... Read More»

By | 6 October, 2019 | Topics: Speeches, U.S. & Greece, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: ,

USCIS to Close the Athens Field Office

September 26, 2019 U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services USCIS will permanently close its field office in Athens, Greece, on Nov. 15, 2019.  The last day the office will accept applications/petitions and be open to the public is Sept. 30. The U.S. Embassy Greece in Athens will assume responsibility for certain limited services previously provided by ... Read More»

By | 26 September, 2019 | Topics: Press Releases

Ambassador Pyatt’s Interview to Thraki Net

The funding, $2.3 million for the removal of the sunken dredger, is being provided by the U.S. Army in Europe.  It reflects our desire to continue cooperating very closely with our Greek military counterparts to take advantage of Alexandroupolis as a location to facilitate the transit of U.S. military goods and equipment between Greece and elsewhere ... Read More»

By | 26 September, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at the Welcome Reception for 2019-2020 U.S. Fulbright Grantees

I would encourage you to think of yourselves as Ambassadors for the United States, for what we represent, for our values, for our tolerance, for our traditions, but also take advantage of this fantastic opportunity that you have. This is a magical country with an incredibly rich culture, a fantastically welcoming society, and literally millennia ... Read More»

By | 25 September, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Education, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at 7th Regional Growth Conference, Western Greece

The United States government wants to do everything that it can to assist in Greece’s full economic recovery, which is why I am here today to highlight the great potential I see in this beautiful and economically significant region of Greece.  Or, as my friends at Pelopponisos wrote back in May, I want to share ... Read More»

By | 20 September, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks: Alexandroupoli Port Press Conference

Alexandroupoli is a crucial link to European energy security, regional stability, and economic growth, so it makes sense that the United States and Greece have chosen here to work together to advance our shared security and economic interests. This project to remove the sunken dredger “Olga” is proof of our commitment to the US-Greece alliance.  ... Read More»

By | 13 September, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

FACT SHEET: Alexandroupolis Port

Alexandrouplis Port Fact Sheet Port Facts: The port of Alexandroupoli is well positioned to support exercises in the region due to its existing infrastructure and strategic location. As allied and partner nations continue our extensive training programs in the region, the ports in Greece are of significant importance for the flow of personnel and equipment. ... Read More»

By | 11 September, 2019 | Topics: Fact Sheets, Press Releases, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Grow with Google Presentation: Remarks by DCM David Burger

The “Grow with Google” project aligns with U.S. efforts at TIF 2019 to share our expertise in entrepreneurship, innovation, and technology.  One of the main ways that we are supporting Greece’s economic recovery is by supporting Greek entrepreneurs and disseminating important digital skills. Read More»

By | 10 September, 2019 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: , ,

Remarks by Ambassador Pyatt at Thales Awards Event

I see in Greece the same highly educated, curious, creative human capital and the same wealth of natural resources as in my home state, which is why the U.S. Embassy has made continued, concerted efforts to help grow Greece’s entrepreneurial sector and encourage U.S. investment and partnerships with Greek companies. Read More»

By | 10 September, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s remarks at ONEX event at TIF

Today there are 400 workers and hundreds more citizens of Syros who are in a stable employment situation because the shipyard has come back to life.  But equally important, this strategic asset is in the hands of an American company. So this is a win/win for everybody.  For Greece, for Greece’s long maritime traditions, but ... Read More»

By | 9 September, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at AmCham Southeast Europe Energy Forum

The United States is grateful for Greece’s leadership as the guardian and regional integrator of European energy security and diversification.  With the 4.5 billion euro Trans Adriatic Pipeline close to completion and the construction of the Gas Interconnector Greece-Bulgaria commencing shortly, energy projects are driving opportunities in northern Greece, creating jobs while enhancing Greece’s regional ... Read More»

By | 9 September, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at AmCham TIF Press Conference

"We are very pleased to return to the 84th Thessaloniki International Fair and to join Ambassador Jain in India’s celebration as Honored Country.  Our renewed presence at TIF 2019 will focus on sharing American experiences and expertise in entrepreneurship, innovation, and technology through a series of events, keeping alive the “agora of ideas” which was ... Read More»

By | 3 September, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Rewards for Justice: Information on ISIS Kidnapping Networks

The U.S. Department of State’s Rewards for Justice program is offering a reward of up to $5 million for information on ISIS kidnapping networks or the people responsible for kidnapping Christian clerics Maher Mahfouz, Michael Kayyal, Gregorios Ibrahim, Bolous Yazigi, and Paolo Dall’Oglio. These rewards are being offered at an important moment in our fight ... Read More»

By | 26 July, 2019 | Topics: News | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at 23rd Economist Government Roundtable

Greece has persevered through immense challenges while maintaining its democracy, rejecting extremism, and now paving the way for further economic growth. Importantly for my government, Greece has also transformed from being a source of problems to a source of solutions for the strategically important region of the Eastern Mediterranean. Read More»

By | 17 July, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Economic Issues, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at the 4th of July Celebration in Thessaloniki

But in the midst of all these changes, I think it’s important to emphasize what will not change: the lasting commitment of both the United States and Greece to deepening our bilateral relationship.  I was in Washington last month, and I’m happy to report that stock in the U.S.-Greece relationship is higher than it’s ever ... Read More»

By | 2 July, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at ACG Deree Commencement Opening Remarks

You, Deree, and millions of others form the people-to-people ties that weave our nations closer together than ever before. And on a personal note, my Embassy and I are grateful for the smart, driven Deree students we host each year as Embassy interns. We welcome and depend on their contributions to advance our bilateral relationship. Read More»

By | 1 July, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Education, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

American Literature @Athens American Center

The U.S. Embassy in Athens will hold a series of ten seminars on American Literature at its Athens American Center. This is a professional development program designed for high school teachers of the English and/or Greek language(s), graduate and post-graduate students of American literature. creative writing instructors, book club coordinators. Read More»

By | 28 June, 2019 | Topics: Education, Events, Press Releases | Tags:

Workshop for Journalists from Greece and North Macedonia News agencies in Thessaloniki June 25-26

From June 25-26, the US Embassies in Greece and North Macedonia, the State Department’s Global Engagement Center (GEC), the US Agency for Global Media (USAGM), and the Centre for European Perspective, along with the Athens-Macedonian News Agency (AMNA), co-hosted a workshop entitled “Empowering Journalists to Address Disinformation in Greece & North Macedonia” at HELEXPO in Thessaloniki. Read More»

By | 27 June, 2019 | Topics: Events, Press Releases

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at 2019 Fulbright Foundation Awards Ceremony

As Fulbright enters its seventh decade with a new logo that, for me, evokes the magical blues of the Aegean Sea, it’s clear that Fulbright Greece is at the forefront of a dramatic rise in U.S.-Greece educational and cultural exchanges.  Over the past six years, the number of Americans studying in Greece has increased 80%, ... Read More»

By | 21 June, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Education, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at Chinook and Kiowa Helicopter Arrival Ceremony

The Kiowas represent a different kind of opportunity: an important addition to Hellenic military capability at a tremendous savings. The Kiowas will cover an immediate gap in Greece’s attack and observation helicopter requirements and will further the Hellenic Army’s goal of establishing two operational aviation brigades, enabling stronger Greek participation in NATO and EU operations. Read More»

By | 18 June, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, News, U.S. & Greece

Ambassador Pyatt Led Greek Business Delegation to Find Growth Opportunities in U.S.

“Investing in the United States is a great growth strategy for any Greek company, and as the Greek economy rebounds, I’m happy to see such wide interest,” said Ambassador Pyatt. “Greece had one of the largest delegations relative to its size and its biggest delegation ever this year, and I was proud to bring them to the U.S. ... Read More»

By | 13 June, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Memorial Day 2019

Athens -- The U.S. Embassy in Athens and its Consular Section, the U.S. Consulate General in Thessaloniki, and all U.S. Government offices in Greece will be closed on Monday, May 27, 2019 in observance of Memorial Day, a U.S. national holiday. Read More»

By | 23 May, 2019 | Topics: Press Releases

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at the Inauguration of GE Wind Energy Park Kato Lakomata

Ambassador Pyatt, March 15 - The U.S. is the world’s leader at combining wind, solar, and storage technology and connecting it with existing grids, so I’m delighted that GE, as well as other American companies like Tesla are exploring opportunities in this sector of the Greek economy.  Increased use of renewables further diversifies sources of ... Read More»

By | 15 May, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at 7th Annual HAF Air Power Conference

Ambassador Pyatt, May 15 - "Building off of several years of intensive engagement, the Strategic Dialogue confirms the commitment of both the U.S. and Greece to institutionalize our cooperation in ways that transcend day-to-day politics in both of our democracies.  And that cooperation is more important now than ever. Read More»

By | 15 May, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at the Economic Chamber of Greece

The United States will continue to stand by Greece’s side as a steadfast partner in its economic recovery.  Building on several years of intensive engagement and the landmark success of last year’s Thessaloniki International Fair, our governments kicked off the U.S.-Greece Strategic Dialogue in Washington last December to lock in the important shared gains in ... Read More»

By | 9 May, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece

Ambassador’s Remarks at the Unveiling of Monument in Honor of American Philhellene Dr. Howe

I am proud to be here today for the unveiling of this monument, which will be a reminder not only of a Greek and American hero, but of the ελευθερία and δημοκρατία that we hold dear and the enduring φιλία between our two nations. And as you approach your bicentennial in 2021, I expect we ... Read More»

By | 16 April, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at Gilman Scholars Regional Career Summit 2019

Across town at the American Farm School, the very impressive program called “New Agriculture for a New Generation” trains young people across Greece in the latest farming techniques and technologies while encouraging cooperation and innovation in the agro-food and alternative tourism sectors.  They are so important in Greek economy. Read More»

By | 15 April, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Education, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Article on NATO’s 70th Anniversary

When the NATO Treaty was signed on April 4, 1949, by the original twelve Allies, President Truman said they were “not only seeking to establish freedom from aggression and from the use of force in the North Atlantic community, but… striving to promote and preserve peace throughout the world.” That remains the collective aspiration of ... Read More»

By | 11 April, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, News, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Hellenic Army at Sandhurst Military Acacemy for the First Time

The Sandhurst competition is the world's premier international academy military skills competition that inspires excellence through rigorous and mental challenges. Chief First Sergeant Four Year Cadet Choupis Anastasios, Hellenic Army Academy, Greece, talks about the importance of building relationships with other countries. Read More»

By | 11 April, 2019 | Topics: News, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Statement by Ambassador Geoffrey Pyatt at Iniohos 2019 exercise in Andravida

It’s very, very impressive to see how Iniohos has grown. It’s a fantastic illustration of the unique role that Greece is able to play because of your geography, the unique set of partners that Greece pulls together for this exercise, the unique opportunities to fly over water, high mountains, over a very large airspace, and ... Read More»

By | 5 April, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at Panhellenic Exporters Association Annual Conference

More broadly, Greece has so much potential to grow its goods and services exports, and one of the goals of the Strategic Dialogue that we launched in December between our two countries is to unlock that commercial potential to build lasting bridges of trade investment between our two countries. Read More»

By | 3 April, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at Panorama of Entrepreneurship and Career Development

Following our presence at the Thessaloniki Fair, the U.S. and Greece launched our Strategic Dialogue in December.  This initiative reflects a U.S. decision to make a significant investment in our relationship with Greece, to lock in and expand the important gains in our bilateral relationship – including on economic collaboration in areas like energy, trade ... Read More»

By | 1 April, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

On the Occasion of Greek National Day

Secretary Pompeo (March 25, 2019) - The United States and Greece have enjoyed enduring friendship and cooperation embedded in our shared democratic values and common interests. We work together to promote trade and investment, regional stability and security, and the diversification of energy resources. Read More»

By | 26 March, 2019 | Topics: U.S. & Greece

Joint Declaration Between Cyprus, Greece, Israel, and the U.S. After the 6th Trilateral Summit

The governments of the United States, the State of Israel, the Hellenic Republic, and the Republic of Cyprus met yesterday in Jerusalem to affirm their shared commitment to promoting peace, stability, security, and prosperity in the Eastern Mediterranean region. Secretary Pompeo underlined U.S. support for the trilateral mechanism established by Israel, Greece, and Cyprus, noting ... Read More»

By | 21 March, 2019 | Topics: U.S. & Greece, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at Launch of Public Awareness Campaign

I’ve often pointed out during my time as Ambassador to Greece, that the foundation of our bilateral relationship, is the people-to-people ties.  And now,  through this series of profiles that we’re going to be launching in Greek media starting tomorrow,  we aim to demonstrate our dedication to building bridges across the Atlantic that deepen our ... Read More»

By | 20 March, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece

GREEK INNOVATION SHOWCASING AT SXSW®

Thirteen startups representing the best of the best in the Greek ecosystem have been selected to travel to Austin, Texas to participate in the iconic technology, innovation and entrepreneurship festival “South by Southwest” (SXSW®) from March 8-17, 2019, with the support of the Ministry of Digital Policy, Telecommunications and Media, The Hellenic Initiative and the ... Read More»

By | 14 March, 2019 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

DCM’s remarks at STRIVE Conference and Study Launch

Human trafficking is a pernicious crime that transcends national boundaries.  In my previous assignment representing the United States at the OSCE, where I know Mr. Moskoff has also been working diligently on this issue, I supported efforts to strengthen international cooperation against human trafficking. Read More»

By | 6 March, 2019 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Speeches | Tags: , ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Statement at Thessaloniki Port

 I remain convinced that the greatest beneficiaries of the Prespes Agreement are going to be right here in Northern Greece as Thessaloniki is restored to its historic role as the capital of the Balkans, the gateway for the Western Balkans to global markets, and the Thessaloniki port is obviously a key part of that and I’m glad we’re able to make ... Read More»

By | 5 March, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece, U.S. Consulate in Thessaloniki | Tags: ,

American Film Showcase

Athens – The U.S. Embassy Athens, in collaboration with the Exile Room, again welcomes to Greece the American Film Showcase, a multifaceted exploration of American documentary and a unique partnership with the University of Southern California’s School of Cinematic Arts. The program features award-winning films from the past two years, along with workshops and special ... Read More»

By | 28 February, 2019 | Topics: Art & Culture, Events, Press Releases | Tags:

#DisinfoWeek Europe – Athens

The U.S. Embassy in Athens, together with the U.S. Mission to the European Union, the Atlantic Council, and diaNEOsis, will launch #DisinfoWeek Europe, a week-long series of strategic dialogues focused on the global challenge of disinformation, with a public event in Athens. Additional events will take place in Madrid and Brussels on March 5-8. Read More»

By | 25 February, 2019 | Topics: Events, Press Releases | Tags: , ,

Presidents’ Day

Athens — The U.S. Embassy in Athens and its Consular Section, the U.S. Consulate General in Thessaloniki, and all U.S. Government offices in Greece will be closed on Monday, February 18, 2019 in observance of Presidents’ Day.  This holiday marks the birthdays of U.S. Presidents George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. Read More»

By | 15 February, 2019 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at AmCham Pita Cutting event in Thessaloniki

I’ve had the good fortune today in Thessaloniki to discuss the economic and commercial opportunities we see with a wide range of friends and contacts to talk about the possibilities for northern Greece as an energy hub, an exporter of security and stability, and a business gateway to the wider region. I leave with a ... Read More»

By | 5 February, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece, U.S. Consulate in Thessaloniki

Secretary Pompeo’s Meeting with Greek Acting Foreign Minister George Katrougalos

Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo and Greek Acting Foreign Minister George Katrougalos launched the inaugural U.S.-Greece Strategic Dialogue today at the State Department.  The two reaffirmed their commitment to deepen bilateral cooperation in key areas for the mutual benefit of both countries. Read More»

By | 14 December, 2018 | Topics: U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Joint Statement Regarding the Inaugural United States-Greece Strategic Dialogue

Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC December 13, 2018 The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America and Greece on the occasion of the U.S.-Greece Strategic Dialogue. Begin Text: The Governments of the United States and Greece held the inaugural U.S.-Greece Strategic Dialogue in Washington, D.C. ... Read More»

By | 14 December, 2018 | Topics: News, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at Pratt and Whitney and Aegean Airlines Signing Ceremony

As Greece emerges from its economic crisis, Aegean continues to play a vitally important role in facilitating new business and tourism growth, which will ultimately help Greece to get back on its feet. Ambassador Pyatt - "As part of the U.S. support for Greece’s economic recovery and Greece’s ability to attract foreign investment, I always ... Read More»

By | 6 December, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at The Greek Economy Conference 2018

I believe that the momentum from the TIF will be realized across all of these sectors. While I will continue to be a strong advocate for strong bilateral trade and commercial ties, success in attracting American investors to Greece ultimately depends on the policies and decisions that the government is going to take in the ... Read More»

By | 3 December, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: , ,

Visit of Department of Homeland Security Assistant Secretary Elizabeth Neumann to Greece

 In the context of our ongoing law enforcement and counterterrorism cooperation as well as our preparations for the inaugural U.S.-Greece Strategic Dialogue next month, Department of Homeland Security Assistant Secretary (A/S) for Threat Prevention and Security Policy Elizabeth Neumann visited Athens and Chios from November 26-29.  Read More»

By | 29 November, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at the Opening of Museum Conference

Ambassador Pyatt: "Collaborations and synergies have the power to bring together diverse resources: from audiences and volunteers, to funding. Collaborations are also a form of capital for cultural organizations. They make museums more open and equitable, and representative of their communities." Read More»

By | 29 November, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Art & Culture, News, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at Snow Club Greece

I’m also very excited about the partnerships in the business area that are emerging between Greece and major American tourism services providers, the expansion of U.S. hotel brands across the country, big new investments and acquisitions like AVIS, and the possibilities for increased direct air flights from the United States. So there is an obvious ... Read More»

By | 26 November, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, Travel & Tourism, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s standup interview on Alpha TV, Thessaloniki Summit

The Strategic Dialogue that we’re conducting in Washington is precisely intended to help us do a better job of synchronizing and exchanging views on strategic developments at a time when strategic competition has returned to the Eastern Mediterranean in a really important and unprecedented way. Read More»

By | 15 November, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks: Movies on the Lawn

The TIF was a fantastic opportunity to highlight the breadth and the depth of the U.S-Greece relationship, to reaffirm our support for Greece’s economic recovery, but also to put a bright spotlight to some of the most dynamic aspects of our relationship - the technology, entrepreneur and startup relationship, our defense and security relationship and ... Read More»

By | 24 September, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Culture, Events, Speeches | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks: Reception for the 70th Anniversary of AWOG

Ambassador Pyatt (Sept. 21, 2018) - "We’re very proud at the embassy to recognize the many contributions that AWOG makes.  You’ve provided crucial support to Greek and American communities here in Athens for seven decades, which is longer than I’ve been alive, I’m glad to say.  As one of the oldest women’s organizations in Greece, ... Read More»

By | 24 September, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Jeffrey Eugenides in Athens and Thessaloniki!

The Pulitzer Prize winning, Greek-American author Jeffrey Eugenides is visiting Athens in the as part of the celebrations for the “Athens 2018 – World Book Capital” organized by the Municipality of Athens, with the support of the Stavros Niarchos Foundation and the Embassy of the United States of America. Read More»

By | 19 September, 2018 | Topics: Art & Culture, Events, Press Releases | Tags: , ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks: National Hellenic Research Foundation, USATIF 2018

I’ve traveled a lot around Greece over the past two years. I’ve been honored to visit the Technology Park in Patras, for instance, which is a fantastic example of exactly what you’re talking about -- building bridges between academia and the marketplace and creating opportunities to leverage Greece’s very strong human capital base. Read More»

By | 16 September, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks: Propeller Club, TIF 2018

September 15, 2018 Thessaloniki, USATIF 2018 Thank you for Simos, friends, my friend We’re honored to have the Vice President with us today. I’m delighted to be here. I’m especially delighted because this is happening in the context of the U.S. year as Honored Country at the Thessaloniki International Fair. This has been a landmark, ... Read More»

By | 16 September, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: , ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks: The People’s Trust, TIF 2018

September 15, 2018 Ambassador Pyatt: First of all, thank you for having me here today. It’s a special pleasure for me to be here with all of The People’s Trust team. We’ve had a longstanding partnership. I know you were part of the Entrepreneurship Summit in India last November which was terrific. I just want ... Read More»

By | 16 September, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks on board USS Mount Whitney, TIF2018

Ambassador Pyatt: I see the presence of the Mount Whitney today as an opportunity to celebrate that thriving alliance, but also to reaffirm together our commitment to building a Europe whole, free and at peace.  Our commitment to supporting an alliance to which we are both absolutely committed.  And our commitment to a continued high ... Read More»

By | 14 September, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: , ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks: “Grow Greek Tourism Online,” TIF 2018

Ambassador Pyatt: "I always say that Greece’s greatest resource is its people.  But after the people, you have such a special, special country in terms of culture, the food, the heritage.  And this Google Initiative offers a way to monetize that.  To help bring it to market in a way that will create economic opportunity, ... Read More»

By | 14 September, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Cybersecurity Conference: Remarks by DCM Kate Byrnes, TIF 2018

DCM Kate Byrnes: We are pleased to see this important set of issues included in the Thessaloniki International Fair program. It’s fitting that we do so when so many of our U.S. companies, including those represented at the fair, are leading the way in finding innovative solutions to this complex issue so that technological innovation ... Read More»

By | 12 September, 2018 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks: “American Art Everywhere,” TIF 2018

"I am especially proud of the fact that we are sharing America this week not just with the tens of thousands of visitors to the fair, but with all of the people of Thessaloniki.  From the airport to the promenade to this regional government building, we are thrilled to be able to share some iconic ... Read More»

By | 11 September, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Art & Culture, Culture, Speeches | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt Remarks at 3rd Export USA Forum, TIF 2018

The United States wants to be a preferred partner as that process unfolds, we have the most dynamic economy in the world today, and we have companies represented at the American Pavilion that are eager to work with their Greek counterparts to grow opportunities on both sides of the Atlantic recognizing, I think, ever more ... Read More»

By | 10 September, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at Tech.Olympus Summit, USATIF 2018

This program is part of the embassy’s effort to support that, to share experiences. Our U.S. innovators and I’m delighted that we’ve got people from the U.S. today, and also to reinforce what’s happening organically. I’m very excited about the fact that we have such a strong presence of U.S. knowledge economy companies at the American ... Read More»

By | 9 September, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Welcome Remarks at the Southeast Europe Energy Forum

Tied to real progress in stronger regional connections, including the Greece-Bulgaria Interconnector, and wider efforts to strengthen economic ties and cooperation throughout the region, Greece and its neighbors have the capacity to achieve real transformation of the energy landscape, with enormous benefits for citizens and businesses alike. Read More»

By | 7 September, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

83rd Thessaloniki International Fair Events

 In the context of the 83rd Thessaloniki International Fair, U.S. Embassy Athens is proud to bring digital communicators from four continents, American Art Masterpieces, innovation and technology programs to Thessaloniki Digital Influencers Hub Athens — The Digital Influencers Hub Forum is a two-day event that will focus on current trends and the latest developments in ... Read More»

By | 4 September, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & Greece, U.S. Consulate in Thessaloniki | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at TIF Press Conference

The Thessaloniki Fair will be the U.S. government’s signature effort in Greece in for the year of 2018, and it has enjoyed whole-of-government U.S. support. There was tremendous interest and excitement about this opportunity when I was in Washington last month. I expect we will have participation not just from a broad range of American ... Read More»

By | 12 July, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Readout of the Vice President’s Call with Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras

THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Vice President FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 5, 2018 Vice President Mike Pence congratulated Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras on the historic agreement with Skopje to resolve the long-standing name issue. He offered U.S. support for the agreement and its sustainable, successful implementation, and praised Prime Minister Tsipras’s leadership and courage ... Read More»

By | 6 July, 2018 | Topics: U.S. & Greece

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at July 4th Celebration

We have stood together in every major conflict of the last two centuries. And now, as Greece begins the long process of recovery from an eight year economic crisis, the United States is committed to doing all that we can to help sustain a process of recovery – encouraging foreign investment, keeping a positive spotlight ... Read More»

By | 5 July, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at the THI Innovation and Entrepreneurship Talk with Kurt Heiar

Tapping into this entrepreneurial spirit, to drive investment, is critical to Greece’s success now as the country begins to emerge from 8 years of economic crisis. THI’s work and the EGG’s efforts to develop business leaders corresponds with one of the United States key objectives here: which is to support Greece’s economic recovery and the ... Read More»

By | 27 June, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: , ,

«Education Unites: From Camp to Campus»: Scholarship program for 141 refugees

U.S. Embassy Athens proudly collaborated with The American College of Thessaloniki – Anatolia College, Deree – The American College of Greece Events, and Perrotis College – American Farm School, to provide higher education scholarships to 141 refugees in Athens and Thessaloniki. The idea was to give displaced young people the opportunity to attend college, which ... Read More»

By | 26 June, 2018 | Topics: Education | Tags:

Welcome Remarks By DCM Kate Byrnes Heritage Greece Program Event

June 22 - "It’s something that is important to all the work that we do here because the truth is the U.S.-Greece relationship, no matter what we do on the security, defense, or economic front, it’s built on the people to people relationships, and on the Greeks who love America and the Americans who love ... Read More»

By | 25 June, 2018 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Education, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt speaks at 7th Annual Greek Investment Forum

We have an American policy, which is investing in our relationship with Greece, as part of the larger strategy to reinforce our relationship with Europe. We view Greece as a critical pillar of stability, an ally and a partner, that shares our interest across the broader region, including the Eastern Mediterranean, the Balkans and the ... Read More»

By | 21 June, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Ambassador’s Remarks at ACS Graduation Commencement

The ACS Mission statement outlines the aim of challenging all students to realize their unique potential: and to thrive as responsible global citizens. As someone who has lived abroad most of the past thirty years and has worked throughout my career to bring people and governments around the world closer together, I urge you to ... Read More»

By | 18 June, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Education, Events, Speeches | Tags: , ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at the 22nd Economist Government Roundtable

Ambassador Pyatt - "The United States has spent the last 70 years working with our European allies and friends to build peace, security, and prosperity on the foundation of a close and effective transatlantic partnership. Our relationship is rooted in enduring economic, political, and social ties – which together have ushered in a period of ... Read More»

By | 15 June, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Mindspace Finals Contest

On Sunday June 3, 2018  thirty University students participated in the Mindspace finals contest that  took place at Eugenides Foundation with the support of the U.S. Embassy and the participation of the Deputy Chief of Mission Kate Marie Byrnes. The Mindspace pitching competition gave the opportunity to more than 100 young graduates to receive training ... Read More»

By | 5 June, 2018 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Education | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Panel Remarks at the Balkans and Black Sea Cooperation Forum

Ambassador Pyatt (June 1, 2018) - "Our shared efforts in expanding regional linkages, whether through improvements to Greece’s road network, development of throughput capacity in Greece’s ports, or bringing together businesses and people to take advantages of these opportunities to foster growth, prosperity, and development not just in Greece but throughout the wider region." Read More»

By | 1 June, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Statement to Journalists At 110 Battle Wing Larissa

May 31, 2018 Let me first say what a pleasure it is to be here in Larissa.  I want to say special thanks to Minister Kammenos, Admiral Apostolakis and General Christodoulou for inviting me to come along today. This visit is an opportunity for me to spend some time with the American personnel who are ... Read More»

By | 31 May, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Message for “Greek News” initiative to promote Greek American tourism to Greece

Over the last two years, I’ve had the pleasure to explore Greece, from its cities to its islands, from its mountains to its archaeological sites and cultural gems. Reflecting on my travels in Greece, here’s my advice to Americans: dive deep into Greece and let yourself be amazed by the options available.  We learn from ... Read More»

By | 30 May, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

8th Athens Open Air Festival

The U.S. Embassy in Athens proudly supports the 8th Athens Open Air Festival by featuring the critically – acclaimed 1995 “The Bridges of Madison” as the opening film of the festival. Clint Eastwood based the story of the film on the best-seller romance by Robert James Waller and transformed it into one of the most ... Read More»

By | 25 May, 2018 | Topics: Culture, Events

Secretary Pompeo’s Meeting with Greek Foreign Minister Nikos Kotzias

May 21, 2018 - Secretary of State Mike Pompeo met today with Greek Foreign Minister Nikos Kotzias at the Department of State.  Secretary Pompeo and Foreign Minister Kotzias discussed the excellent state of bilateral relations and agreed to establish a U.S.-Greek Strategic Dialogue on key areas of cooperation. Read More»

By | 22 May, 2018 | Topics: Policy, U.S. & Greece, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags:

Recognizing the 197th anniversary of the independence of Greece

Agreed to Senate (05/15/2018) 115th CONGRESS 2d Session RES. 443 Recognizing the 197th anniversary of the independence of Greece and celebrating democracy in Greece and the United States. IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 22, 2018 Mr. Menendez (for himself, Mr. Barrasso, Mr. Blumenthal, Mr. Whitehouse, Mr. Durbin, Mr. Murphy, Mr. Reed, Mr. Casey, Mr. Wyden, Mr. Van Hollen, Mr. Gardner, Mr. Enzi, Mr. Nelson, Mr. Coons, Mr. Booker, ... Read More»

By | 18 May, 2018 | Topics: U.S. & Greece

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at Digital Economy Forum

The United States is committed to making 2018 America’s year in Greece, and I am confident that this is the year that Greece really will turn the page on its crisis period.  Technology and knowledge based industries will be key to this recovery, and I, and the U.S. Embassy, are commited to doing all that ... Read More»

By | 7 May, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at 2018 American Studies Seminar

First of all let me say what a real pleasure and an honor it is for me to be with you here at the American Studies Seminar. This Seminar is one of the embassy’s most longstanding public affairs programs, and it has a great reputation for helping us to share insights about the United States, ... Read More»

By | 3 May, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Education, Events, Speeches, U.S. & Greece, U.S. Consulate in Thessaloniki | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks for ASTA Conference

For many Americans, a trip to Greece means visiting the Acropolis, going to Mykonos, and going to Santorini. And these are wonderful destinations, certainly worthy of their reputations as among the world’s premiere tourist attractions. But the best part of Greece, in my view, is the extraordinary combinations that this country offers -- sea, mountains, ... Read More»

By | 15 April, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Demonstration Alert – U. S. Embassy Athens, Greece (April 14, 2018)

Locations: Syntagma Square to the U.S. Embassy Athens Event: Greek leftist and anti-war groups plan to protest U.S. action in Syria with a march to the US Embassy starting at 1800, April 14, 2018. U.S. government personnel have been advised to avoid the area. Actions to Take: -Avoid the area of the demonstration -Exercise caution ... Read More»

By | 14 April, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, U.S. Citizen Services

The Meeting of the U.S.-Greece High Level Consultative Committee on April 12, 2018

The High Level Consultative Committee (HLCC) is a regular dialogue between the U.S. Department of Defense and the Hellenic Ministry of National Defense, which Washington and Athens take turns hosting.  This week’s discussion was the 18th meeting of the HLCC, led on the U.S. side by Thomas W. Goffus, Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for European and NATO Policy, and Jonathan Cohen, Deputy ... Read More»

By | 12 April, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & Greece

Ambassador Pyatt participates in Historic Cycling Tour in Patras

Ambassador Pyatt together with bikers from the U.S. Embassy celebrated Greek Independence Day participating in the 41st Gyros Thysias (Tour of Sacrifice Race). The tour that starts at Patras and ends at the Holy Monastery of Aghia Lavra in Kalavryta is organized every year on March 25 by the Patras Cycling Club to honor the ... Read More»

By | 30 March, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador | Tags: , ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Interview with “Vice Greece”

U.S. Ambassador Pyatt sat down for an on-camera interview with  VICE Greece  a few hours after finishing the 41st “tour of sacrifice” race starting from Patras and ending in Kalavryta, and discussed many issues ranging from bilateral and Greek-Turkish relations, his relationship with the government and the oposition, oligarchs, cannabis legalization, Giannis Antentokoumpo and so much more! ... Read More»

By | 30 March, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, U.S. & Greece, Video | Tags: , , ,

Hellenic Association of Pharmaceutical Companies (SFEE) General Assembly

Last year, AmCham Greece helped assemble an impressive delegation of Greek companies to SelectUSA, including many from the pharma sector. We look forward to similar collaboration on the next SelectUSA Summit, and so for those companies in Greece interested in exploring the U.S. market as a place to invest and grow, please -- “Save the ... Read More»

By | 23 March, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks during “Iniohos 2018” Multinational Exercise

I am delighted to be back in Andravida and very proud that we have the U.S. Air Force again participating so significantly in Iniohos '18.  This has become an important multinational exercise with broad participation from across Europe and the Eastern Mediterranean, which reflects our vision of Greece as a builder of bridges, as a ... Read More»

By | 22 March, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: , ,

Presentation of 83rd TIF: Remarks by U.S. Consul General Rebecca Fong

During the presentation of 83rd Thessaloniki International Fail U.S. Consul General Rebecca Fong said: “First of course, is to celebrate the very best of American technology, innovation and entrepreneurship. Those are characteristics that mark the competitive and dynamic parts of the U.S. economy, but also to get the message out to the international audience that ... Read More»

By | 22 March, 2018 | Topics: Consul General, News, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks for The SeaNation Conference

The size and global impact of the Greek shipping industry is a tremendous accomplishment, for which the Greek people are justifiably proud. But I’m also very proud of the role that the United States has played in helping to revitalize the Greek shipping industry following the devastation of World War II. Read More»

By | 14 March, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at “The Squeeze” event of Orange Grove

I’ve been saying to my staff at the U.S. Embassy, let’s find a way to partner with the Dutch Embassy on “The Squeeze” on the great work they’re doing in Orange Grove.  And I’m especially proud that we’re able to do so at tonight’s event which is not only a typical Orange Grove pitching competition, ... Read More»

By | 12 March, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Events | Tags:

“Dancing to Connect” Education Program 2018

The U.S. Embassy in Athens is happy to partner with the Onassis Cultural Center for the dance education program “Dancing to Connect” reaching 200 high school students in Athens and Chania.  In its sixth year, the program has reached over 1,100 students ages 13-18, and has travelled to five different cities around Greece.  Read More»

By | 27 February, 2018 | Topics: Art & Culture, Education, Events | Tags: ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at ACG’s Simulated Trading Room Opening

This trading room is going to offer a unique educational tool for students of DEREE’s Business School and the ALBA Graduate Business School.  The facility will serve as a laboratory and classroom which will replicate a real-world trading experience, providing students from Greece and the Balkans experience that they can use when they begin searching ... Read More»

By | 14 February, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Education, News, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: , ,

Ambassador’s Remarks at BBG-ANA Signing Ceremony

It’s an important initiative for BBG to make available objective information pulled together by the U.S. broadcasters, but importantly also this agreement provides for the sharing of Athens News Agency material with the U.S. broadcasters.  And I hope that that will help to get the story of Greece out to a wider audience across Europe ... Read More»

By | 30 January, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

College Year in Athens Students visit the U.S. Embassy

U.S. Ambassador Geoffrey Pyatt greeted more than 100 American students at the start of their study abroad program with College Year in Athens.  The students from 50 U.S. universities received information about the U.S.-Greece bilateral relationship, careers in the U.S. Foreign Service, and good personal security practices for traveling abroad. Read More»

By | 28 January, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Events | Tags: ,

Athens and Thessaloniki Demonstrations and Strikes

Demonstrations for today, Wednesday, January 24   Athens Area Time:               12:00 Where:             U.S Embassy (91 Vas Sofias St) Who:                Kurds living in Greece   Time:               13:30 Where:             Ministry of Education (37 A. Papandreou St, Marousi, near “The Athens Mall”) Who:                Theater actors   Thessaloniki Area Time:                        15:30 Where:                      Thessaloniki Court House (5, 26th October St.) ... Read More»

By | 24 January, 2018 | Topics: Exclude, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags:

Ambassador’s Remarks at 12th Annual “David Tiano” Lecture

We must redouble our efforts to prevent hate crimes.  Educational institutions and museums play one of the most essential roles in these efforts. And so I am an ardent supporter of the present Jewish Museum, which I recently highlighted as one Greece’s most important museums in a special tribute in Kathimerini.  Read More»

By | 23 January, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: , ,

Operations During a Lapse in Appropriations

Emergency Alert January 20, 2018 Operations During a Lapse in Appropriations At this time, scheduled passport and visa services in the United States and at our posts overseas will continue during the lapse in appropriations as the situation permits.  This website will not be regularly updated until full operations resume, with the exception of emergency ... Read More»

By | 22 January, 2018 | Topics: Exclude, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Consulate in Thessaloniki, U.S. Passports, Visas

Ambassador Pyatt’s Interview to “European Business Review”

Interviewed by Athanasios Papandropoulos December 22, 2017 European Business Review: I would like to ask you according to several new events, what are your expectations of the future of the American-European relations? Ambassador Pyatt: Let me start with transatlantic relations and U.S.-European relations. And I think this is a good year to have that conversation because, of ... Read More»

By | 10 January, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Exclude, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Op-Ed for Kathimerini

The U.S. has a stake in Greece’s economic success, so I hope leaders in Athens will heed the lessons of the past and implement policies that allow for its economy and people to reach their full potential.  The messages the Prime Minister delivered in the United States, emphasizing the importance of foreign investment, Greece’s potential ... Read More»

By | 9 January, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Security and Emergency Message for U.S citizens: Health and Safety Announcement from Center for Disease Control and Prevention

U.S. Embassy Athens, Greece  Security and Emergency Message for U.S. Citizens:  Health and Safety Announcement from Center for Disease Control and Prevention  December 22, 2017     Health officials in Greece have reported an outbreak of measles. Measles is a disease caused by a virus that is spread through the air by breathing, coughing, or sneezing. ... Read More»

By | 22 December, 2017 | Topics: Security & Emergency Messages

Worldwide Caution, December 6, 2017

December 6, 2017 As part of the Department of State’s continuous efforts to provide U.S. citizens traveling abroad with information about safety and security events, we are updating the Worldwide Caution with information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions, political violence, and criminal activity against U.S. citizens and interests abroad. This replaces the Worldwide ... Read More»

By | 11 December, 2017 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages

International Day of Volunteers

On the occasion of the International Day of Volunteers on December 5, the U.S. EMBASSY ATHENS supported a four-day program organized by the volunteer organization Ethelon, with the participation of two American experts, Jonathan Barreto and Katy Elder, senior executives of one of the largest volunteer organization in the U.S. Points of Light.  Read More»

By | 8 December, 2017 | Topics: Events | Tags: , ,

Travel Alert: Europe

The Department of State alerts U.S. citizens to the heightened risk of terrorist attacks throughout Europe, particularly during the holiday season.  U.S. citizens should exercise caution at holiday festivals and events.  This Travel Alert expires on January 31, 2018. Recent, widely-reported incidents in France, Russia, Sweden, the United Kingdom, Spain, and Finland demonstrate that the ... Read More»

By | 17 November, 2017 | Topics: Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services

Remarks by President Trump and Prime Minister Tsipras of Greece in Joint Press Conference

President Trump: "We have great confidence in Greece as a nation. We have great confidence in what they're doing relative to their military, because I know they have plans to do some terrific things. And we know they will be an ally for many, many years to come. You know, they've always been a very ... Read More»

By | 18 October, 2017 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Interview with Greek News: Tsipras Visit Will Be a Success

Our economic relationship and our support for Greece throughout the crisis have also only grown stronger.  I’ve highlighted that, in 2016, Greece was the 10th fastest-growing source of foreign direct investment in the United States, and the United States has been the source of significant investment in Greece. Read More»

By | 16 October, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, U.S. & Greece | Tags: , , , ,

Statement from the Press Secretary on the Visit of Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras of Greece

President Donald J. Trump will welcome Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras of Greece to the White House on October 17, 2017. President Trump and Prime Minister Tsipras will discuss ways to enhance our partnership and demonstrate our shared commitment to enduring democratic values that are so important to securing peace and prosperity around the world. Read More»

By | 10 October, 2017 | Topics: President of the United States, Press Releases, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt Host Reception for Greek Chef Diane Kochilas

Congrats to the Greek chef  Kochilas Diane  on the launch of her new show “My Greek Table” airing on  PBS  starting October 6. U.S. Ambassador Geoffrey Pyatt and his wife Mary hosted her, along with an amazing group of Greek food bloggers, chefs, winemakers, entrepreneurs, tourism and government officials, for a sneak preview of the first episode: a ... Read More»

By | 27 September, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, U.S. & Greece

Greek Alumni Makes Connections

Each month, the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs’ (ECA) Office of Alumni Affairs recognizes one outstanding alumnus or alumna.  Betty Tsakarestou is this month’s outstanding alumna, and her work will be recognized throughout the month on the International Exchange Alumni website, ECA’s official website which serves more than one million Department-sponsored exchange alumni worldwide. Read More»

By | 13 September, 2017 | Topics: Alumni, Education, News

Ambassador Pyatt Discusses with Winners of MITEF and Mindspace Challenge

Ambassador Pyatt hosted a discussion in honor of the winners of this year’s MITEF Greece Startup Competition and Mindspace challenge. The teams had the opportunity to present their work to the Ambassador, talk about their experiences from these competitions, and discuss their future plans. They participated in an engaging discussion on Greece’s entrepreneurial landscape, and ... Read More»

By | 18 July, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News | Tags: , ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Entrepreneurship Discussion with MITEF

Ambassador Pyatt, (July 17, 2017) - "For me personally and for the Embassy this whole sector of start-ups … industry, entrepreneurship is extremely important. It’s one of the things the United States will do to be helpful to Greece at this really difficult time. It’s one of our great success stories if you look at ... Read More»

By | 18 July, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Exclude, Speeches | Tags: , ,

Ambassador Pyatt Announces Refugee Scholarship Program

We wanted to do something to address that problem, which is what brings us to this project, which we are calling “Education Unites: From Camp to Campus.” This is a refugee scholarship program, which is just one part of the United States’ comprehensive effort to support Greece in responding to this refugee emergency that Greece ... Read More»

By | 7 July, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, Featured Event, News, Scholarships and Exchanges, Speeches | Tags: ,

4th of July Celebration 2017

July 4 has always been my favorite holiday because it is, ultimately, a celebration of the idea of ‘America’ — the cherished democratic values that make us strong. Democratic accountability, freedom, honor — the values that inspired America’s founders originated right here in Athens, so celebrating here is especially appropriate. Read More»

By | 5 July, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, Speeches | Tags: , ,

Anatolia College Graduation

The U.S. Mission to Greece and our Consulate here in Thessaloniki have long collaborated with Anatolia College on cultural and educational programs. These programs and U.S. financial assistance show the United States’ unwavering commitment to Northern Greece and to American-affiliated institutions like Anatolia College. Read More»

By | 30 June, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Education, News, Speeches, U.S. & Greece, U.S. Consulate in Thessaloniki | Tags:

Karamanlis Institute – Marshall Plan 70th Anniversary Discussion with Mr. Kyriakos Mitsotakis

The Marshall Plan also, however, was critically an institutional incubator. It was, as Mr. Mitsotakis pointed out, the seed of European institutions, first the European coal and steel community, later the European community, and, ultimately, the European Union, and all of the institutions of Euro-Atlantic cooperation, that we take today, take for granted. Read More»

By | 27 June, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

State Department Deputy Assistant Secretary Visits Athens

(Athens, June 17, 2015) – On June 17-18, U.S. State Department Deputy Assistant Secretary for European and Eurasian Affairs, Amanda Sloat, is visiting Athens to meet with Greek government officials and private sector representatives. She will discuss with senior officials in the Foreign Ministry and Defense Ministry a range of issues and regional developments including ... Read More»

By | 17 June, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases

DAS Hoyt Yee’s Testimony: Senate Foreign Relations Committee

We have a long history of good relations with the countries of the Western Balkans. Each country in the region is a member of the Defeat-ISIS Coalition, a strong partner on counter-terrorism, and a reliable counterpart in efforts to limit the spread of violent extremism. However, the region is facing its most serious challenges since ... Read More»

By | 15 June, 2017 | Topics: News, Policy, Speeches | Tags: ,

70th Anniversary of Marshall Plan

Almost exactly 70 years ago, Secretary of State Marshall delivered a commencement address at Harvard University that would change the course of European history. During that speech, Marshall said that “The United States should do whatever it is able to do to assist in the return of normal economic health to the world, without which ... Read More»

By | 14 June, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Greek Tourism Expert Visits U.S. through IVLP

Lia Zampetoglou, Education Manager at the Institute of the "Greek Tourism Confederation, recently took part in an International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) sponsored by the U.S. Department of State to learn about how the tourism industry could boost Greece’s economic growth. Along with 25 other professionals from around the world, Ms. Zampetoglou examined strategies and ... Read More»

By | 12 June, 2017 | Topics: Events, News, Travel & Tourism, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

70th Anniversary of the Office of Defense Cooperation

Ambassador Pyatt, June 8 - The strong relationship and defense ties forged between the United States and Greece during the post-war period firmly secured Greece’s place in the West. Of course, in 2017, we also commemorate the 70th Anniversary of the Marshall Plan, another massive aid project that helped Greece rebuild after World War II. Read More»

By | 8 June, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: , ,

On the Occasion of the 70th Anniversary of the Marshall Plan

Press Statement Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Washington, DC June 6, 2017 Seventy years ago, on June 5, 1947, Secretary of State George C. Marshall laid out his bold vision for the United States to help the war-ravaged nations of Europe recover from the massive destruction of World War II. Marshall’s vision was central ... Read More»

By | 8 June, 2017 | Topics: Exclude, Former U.S. Government Leaders, Policy, Speeches | Tags: ,

Diplomats from 29 countries support Athens Pride 2017

Diplomats from the Embassies of Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Mexico, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, the USA and Venezuela in Greece will once again be expressing their support for the Athens Pride festival ... Read More»

By | 7 June, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: ,

Hack the Camp Teams Present their Innovative Solutions to Refugee Challenges

Five months after the final competition, teams “RefuGR”, “Refergon,” Co-Producing the Camp, and EterArt presented progress on their projects on Thursday, June 1st 2017 at a special event for hackathon participants, mentors, press and select guests in Impact Hub Athens. Ambassador Pyatt noted “for me, for the U.S. Embassy, this is part of an ongoing ... Read More»

By | 6 June, 2017 | Topics: Events, Exclude, Featured Event, Video | Tags:

Visit by Athens Consular Personnel to Thessaloniki, June 8 and June 9

Athens –    Residents of Northern Greece are invited to join representatives from the U.S. Embassy on Thursday, June 8 and Friday, June 9 as they provide consular, federal benefits and immigration services at the U.S. Consulate General in Thessaloniki.  Consular services will include accepting passport applications for persons ineligible for mail-in application services and ... Read More»

By | 2 June, 2017 | Topics: Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at “Hack the Camp” Finale

Thursday, June 1, 2017 7:00 – 8:00 pm Impact Hub Athens As Delivered Good evening everybody.  First of all, let me say what a treat it is to be back here at the Impact Hub.  I love this new space, so congratulations on that.  The last time I was here was December so it’s a ... Read More»

By | 2 June, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases, Speeches | Tags:

Mindspace Challenge

With the ssupport of the U.S. EMBASSY ATHENS , the Mindspace Challenge was completed last week, at the Ίδρυμα Ευγενίδου – Eugenides Foundation , which 13 teams from all over Greece participating in the finals. The teams that stood out, ranked from 1st to 5th, are: – REND, a multi – platform subscription based service for the mass rental of video games – @EyeQ, ... Read More»

By | 2 June, 2017 | Topics: Events, News | Tags:

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at the “Foreign Policy under Austerity” Book Panel

MFA Kranidiotis Lecture Theatre, Athens, Greece May 29, 2017 As Delivered It’s a great honor for to be speaking today at the Foreign Ministry with such a truly distinguished set of panelists.  I will try to keep my remarks short so I can learn from the other presentations.  I should also say, at the beginning, ... Read More»

By | 1 June, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece

Ambassador’s Remarks at Hellenic Association for Energy Economics (HAEE) Conference

Metropolitan Hotel, Athens, Greece May 18, 2017 As Delivered Good morning ladies and gentlemen. I would like to thank the Hellenic Association for Energy Economics and Kostas Andriosopoulos for inviting me to speak today on Greece’s energy sector, a critically important component of the Greek economy. I’m honored to be here with Minister Stathakis, former ... Read More»

By | 24 May, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Speeches | Tags: ,

Ambassador’s Opening Remarks at 2017 American Studies Seminar

70th Anniversary of the Marshall Plan in Greece May 8, 2017, 18:00-18:30 As Delivered Καλησπέρα!  Good evening everybody.  It’s great to be here.  I want to start by thanking you all for coming on a beautiful Athens sunny evening.  And it’s my pleasure and honor to be part of the kickoff of this exercise. I’m ... Read More»

By | 23 May, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Education, Exclude, Speeches, U.S. & Greece

EXPOSEC-DefenseWorld Conference 2017

Ambassador’s Remarks at EXPOSEC-DefenseWorld Conference Hellenic Army Officer’s Club, Athens, Greece May 3, 2017 As Delivered Thank you very much, Simos, for that warm welcome.  Let me say, I consider the American Hellenic Chamber of Commerce to be one of my strongest force multipliers and partners here so I really appreciate both the comments but ... Read More»

By | 2 May, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Ambassador’s Remarks at the Atlantic Council Istanbul Summit Panel

“Boosting Regional Energy Partnerships and Trade in the Eastern Mediterranean” Panel Discussion at the Atlantic Council Istanbul Summit April 27, 2017 (as delivered) Q:  Let me turn to Ambassador Pyatt and ask him to give us a perspective from U.S. Government point of view and, also, from an Athens point of view.  So how does ... Read More»

By | 28 April, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Policy, Speeches, U.S. & Greece

Weekly Notary Service to Start at U.S. Consulate General Thessaloniki

Athens – Starting Tuesday, April 25, the U.S. Consulate General in Thessaloniki will begin offering weekly notarial service to residents of Northern Greece. The service, available to U.S. citizens and non-citizens alike, will be offered every Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. by appointment only. Read More»

By | 25 April, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. Citizen Services, U.S. Consulate in Thessaloniki | Tags:

Ambassador’s Interview with ERT’s “TOLMI kai ARETI” Show

Sunday, April 23, 2017 Begin quote. Alexia Tasouli: Mr. Ambassador thank you very much for this interview. Ambassador Pyatt: Thank you. AT: How do you see Greece’s geostrategic importance in the Eastern Mediterranean region? Amb. Pyatt: Well, Greece is a key NATO ally in a strategically crucial region, it is an important partner in the ... Read More»

By | 24 April, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, U.S. & Greece | Tags: , ,

Documenta 14

U.S. Embassy Athens is supporting Documenta 14, one of the largest and most important contemporary art events in the world, and in particular the Victoria Square Project by artist Rick Lowe. Known for the Project Row Houses, Rick Lowe is a well-known creator focusing on the convergence of community and art. Read More»

By | 11 April, 2017 | Topics: Art & Culture, News | Tags: , ,

Grand Opening – YouthLab Xanthi

On Monday, April 3, the newly expanded and renovated YouthLab Xanthi officially opened its doors. This new American Corner will help Thracian youth and young professionals in the wider region learn job skills for today's knowledge-based, global economy so that they can productively contribute to Greece’s skilled workforce and economic development. Read More»

By | 11 April, 2017 | Topics: American Spaces, Education, News, Science & Tech, U.S. & Greece, U.S. Consulate in Thessaloniki

Ambassador’s Remarks at Entrepreneurs and Parliamentarians Roundtable and Networking Event

April 7, 2017 2:30 to 5:00pm at the Ambassador’s Residence As Delivered   Good afternoon everybody. Since our format was a bit unusual today, I wanted to take just a minute to explain what we’ve been doing. And, first of all, I want to acknowledge Effie, the chairwoman of the U.S. Friendship Committee in the ... Read More»

By | 7 April, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Ambassador Pyatt’s Remarks at the Opening of the MIT Enterprise Forum

Greece Pitch Event Thursday, April 6, 5:30 pm Microsoft Innovation Center As Delivered   Καλησπέρα! Good evening everybody. I’m sorry to be a little bit late, it’s totally my fault. I wanted to spend a couple of minutes just catching up with Peggy and the Microsoft team, thanking them, and I want to say thank ... Read More»

By | 6 April, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: ,

Athens Science Festival 2017

U.S. Ambassador Geoffrey Pyatt visited the Athens Science Festival, the largest science and technology event in Greece for audiences of all ages. Ambassador Pyatt had the opportunity to test some of the Virtual Reality environments – including a VR bicycle ride – operate a robotic arm built by a 15-year old student, talk with the ... Read More»

By | 4 April, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Science & Tech

Open House Athens Tours Historic Gropius Building

Fulbright Scholarship Alumnus, architect, and photographer Yiorgis Yerolympos led architecture students on a tour of the historic Chancery Building of U.S. Embassy Athens, designed by Walter Gropius – one of the most prominent figures of modern architecture. Read More»

By | 4 April, 2017 | Topics: Culture, Events, News, U.S. & Greece | Tags: , , , ,

Statement by Secretary of State Tillerson on the Attack in London

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson Statement By U.S. Secretary of State Tillerson March 22, 2017 On the Attack in London On behalf of the United States, I express my condolences to the victims and their families. The American people send their thoughts and prayers to the people of the United Kingdom. We ... Read More»

By | 23 March, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Policy | Tags: , , ,

Statement by the Press Secretary on President Trump’s Travel to Brussels and NATO Meetings

March 21 - President Donald J. Trump will travel to Brussels, Belgium, for the May 25, 2017, meeting of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Heads of State and Government. NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg announced the Leaders Meeting date earlier today. Read More»

By | 22 March, 2017 | Topics: News, Policy, President of the United States | Tags: ,

SXSW 2017

The U.S. Embassy Athens partners with Hellenic Initiative and the International Accelerator for the fourth consecutive year to support the participation of promising Greek startups and representatives from the creative and interactive industries to the SXSW (South by Southwest)  festival in Austin, Texas. The Greek startup delegation at SXSW 2017 had two full days presenting their ... Read More»

By | 15 March, 2017 | Topics: Events, Featured Event, News, Science & Tech, Trade | Tags: , , , , ,

Readout of Secretary Tillerson’s meeting with Greece’s Foreign Minister Nikos Kotzias

March 13, 2017 – Secretary Tillerson met today with Greek Foreign Minister Nikos Kotzias and reaffirmed the significance of the U.S.-Greek bilateral relationship. The Secretary and foreign minister also discussed the importance of building and sustaining security and stability across the region. Read More: at  https://www.state.gov/r/pa/prs/dpb/2017/03/268424.htm Read More»

By | 14 March, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Ambassador Pyatt meets Greek University Students

On Monday, March 13, Ambassador Pyatt welcomed a group of twenty graduate students and five academics from the Department of International and European Studies of the University of Piraeus to  U.S. EMBASSY ATHENS . Ambassador Pyatt talked about the importance of the United States’ transatlantic relationships and offered an overview on the bilateral relationship between the U.S. and ... Read More»

By | 13 March, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Women Changing Greece – Episode 1

The first episode of the “Women Changing Greece” video documentary features three Greek women who share how their experiences with business development and entrepreneurship were positively affected by participating in U.S.-Government sponsored exchange programs. Read More»

By | 10 March, 2017 | Topics: Alumni, Business, Events, Gender Issues, News, Success Stories, Video | Tags: , ,

Ambassador’s Pyatt’s Remarks at the Delphi Economic Forum

Konstantinos Karamanlis Hall – European Cultural Centre of Delphi Delphi, Greece March 3, 2017 As delivered Good evening ladies and gentlemen. It’s an honor to be speaking to you this evening. I have heard so many terrific things about the Delphi Forum since my arrival. I’d like to congratulate Symeon as it’s proven to be ... Read More»

By | 6 March, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Economic Affairs, Europe & Eurasia, Speeches, U.S. & Greece

Worldwide Caution, March 6, 2017

As part of the Department of State’s continuous efforts to provide U.S. citizens traveling abroad with information about safety and security events, we are updating the Worldwide Caution with information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions, political violence, and criminal activity against U.S. citizens and interests abroad. This replaces the Worldwide Caution dated September ... Read More»

By | 6 March, 2017 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Security & Emergency Messages | Tags: , ,

U.S. Embassy Supports “Dancing to Connect” educational program in Athens and Komotini

The U.S. Embassy in Athens, in collaboration with the Onassis Cultural Center and with support from the Municipality of Komotini, is supporting the “Dancing to Connect” educational program. Seeking to give students the opportunity to discover ways of collaboration and communication through dance. Read More»

By | 23 February, 2017 | Topics: Art & Culture, Education, News, Press Releases | Tags:

Ambassador’s Remarks at the Truman Doctrine and US Frigate “Hellas” Anniversary Celebration

Hellas Liberty, Central Harbor, Piraeus, Athens February 23, 2017 (as delivered)  Καλημέρα!  Good afternoon everybody. First of all, thank you Senator Raptakis for those remarks.  My fellow American, also State Assembly Woman Maliotakis from New York State Assembly.  I want to begin by acknowledging the really gracious remarks from our ally Minister of Defense Kammenos. ... Read More»

By | 23 February, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, History, News, Speeches, U.S. & Greece

Athens First Lego League Tournament

Over 250 innovative students aged 10-16 years old competed in the 2017 Animal Allies – Robotics Competition FIRST® LEGO® League at UTechLab, the U.S. Embassy’s American Space partner within the Eugenides Foundation.  On February 19, 30 STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) mentors, 120 volunteers, referees, judges, robotic experts, and nearly 3,000 visitors enjoyed an ... Read More»

By | 20 February, 2017 | Topics: American Spaces, Education, Events

U.S. Mission Leaders Visit UTechLab

On February 10, Ambassador Geoffrey Pyatt and Deputy Chief of Mission Suzanne Lawrence visited  UTechLab  in Athens. A collaboration of the  U.S. EMBASSY ATHENS  and the  Ίδρυμα Ευγενίδου – Eugenides Foundation  – the center focuses on providing STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) programs to high school students. The Embassy leadership saw demonstrations of the 3-D printing technology, robotics, programming, and comics workshops that ... Read More»

By | 14 February, 2017 | Topics: Alumni, American Spaces, Education, Events, News, Public Affairs

Ambassador’s Remarks at the the Future of the TESOL Profession Summit

Feb. 22 - "Speaking in my role as Ambassador here in Greece, I can assure you that we remain strongly focused on continuing our great work with Greek Customs and the Greek Atomic Energy Commission and I count on continued benefits for both of our countries from that collaboration." - Ambassador Pyatt Read More»

By | 9 February, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Education, News, Speeches | Tags: ,

Trump Honors African Americans

February is National African American History Month. President Trump issued the following proclamation to commemorate the role African Americans have played in U.S. history: NATIONAL AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY MONTH, 2017 – – – – – – – BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION As we celebrate National African American History ... Read More»

By | 3 February, 2017 | Topics: News, President of the United States | Tags: ,

Ambassador’s Remarks at Athens Energy Forum 2017

"We will continue to support our partners, to establish and deepen the energy interconnections between European states with the goal of creating a healthy, dynamic energy union in Europe. Greece has a critical role to play in that energy union with these vitally important natural gas infrastructure projects. " Read More»

By | 1 February, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Economic Issues, Political Affairs, Speeches | Tags:

Ambassador’s Remarks at AMCHAM Pita Cutting & New Year’s Reception

January 30, 2017, 7:30 PM InterContinental Hotel, Athens, Greece As delivered Thank you Simos, καλησπέρα σας!  Let me begin by saying what an enormous pleasure it is for me to be with everybody here tonight.  When I first arrived in Athens, about four months ago, I made the point to Simos and to the team ... Read More»

By | 30 January, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Commercial Affairs, Speeches | Tags:

Ambassador’s Media Interview at the U.S. Presidential Event Hosted by Republicans Abroad

Friday January 20, 2017 6:00 pm Caravel Hotel, Athens, Greece As delivered Q:  Mr. Ambassador, what is the most important message you want to send to Greece? A:  The most important message today is that American democracy is alive and well.  This inauguration is a celebration of our democracy; it’s a bipartisan reaffirmation of the ... Read More»

By | 20 January, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags: ,

Insiders Guide: Arcosanti, an architectural experiment in the Arizona desert

“Welcome to the Arcosanti urban laboratory” proclaims the sign that welcomes visitors to this unusual experimental town located in the heart of Arizona. Architect Paolo Soleri envisioned Arcosanti in the early 70s based on the principles of “arcology” – the fusion of architecture with ecology. The city is a continuous live experiment: Seven thousand people ... Read More»

By | 12 January, 2017 | Topics: Travel & Tourism, Video

Museums and Tourism: A Working Relationship

Athens, November 29, 2016 – The U.S. Embassy Athens, in partnership with the Benaki Museum and the British Council, is organizing the conference “Museums and Tourism: A Working Relationship.”  The event is taking place on December 8, 2016, 09:30 – 17:00, at The Benaki Museum, Pireos 138. The sixth annual Museum Conference invites museum and ... Read More»

By | 29 November, 2016 | Topics: Art & Culture, Culture, Events, News, Press Releases | Tags: , , ,

President Obama and President Pavlopoulos of Greece at State Dinner

THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary November 15, 2016, Presidential Mansion Athens, Greece 7:37 P.M. EET PRESIDENT PAVLOPOULOS:  (As interpreted.)  Mr. President, I welcome you to Athens and to the presidency of the Republic, as the President of the United States of America, who has constantly and consistently served with respect for man, ... Read More»

By | 21 November, 2016 | Topics: Exclude, Former U.S. Government Leaders, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Remarks by President Obama and Greek PM Alexis Tsipras

THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary November 15, 2016 Maximos Mansion Athens, Greece 4:20 P.M. EET PRIME MINISTER TSIPRAS:  (As interpreted.)  I want to thank the American President, Barack Obama, very warmly for visiting Greece and for choosing Athens, the birthplace of democracy, for one of his last stops before concluding his eight-year ... Read More»

By | 21 November, 2016 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

U.S. Ambassador Visits Ancient Agora

Athens, November 7, 2016 – Ahead of the November 8 Presidential elections in the United States, U.S. Ambassador to Greece, Geoffrey R. Pyatt visited the Athenian Stoa in the center of Ancient Athens, the “birthplace of democracy.”  His visit underscored the importance of Greece’s contributions to our democratic ideals.  Ambassador Pyatt received a tour of ... Read More»

By | 7 November, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases

Ambassador’s Remarks at Welcome Reception in His Honor

Monday, October 24, 2016 7:00 pm USS Mount Whitney, Piraeus Port, Greece Thank you very much, Captain Sardiello.  Κυρίες και Κύριοι καλησπέρα σας!  Είναι μεγάλη μου χαρά που είστε απόψε εδώ μαζί μας.  Σας ευχαριστώ πολύ που ήρθατε!  Προσβλέπω στην μεταξύ μας στενή συνεργασία τα επόμενα τρία χρόνια. Thank you and good evening everybody.  Thank you ... Read More»

By | 26 October, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Speeches, U.S. & Greece | Tags:

Hack The Camp: Refugee and Integration Challenges

Friday, October 21 was the first night of  #HackTheCamp  – the hackathon on refugee and integration issues. Ambassador Pyatt addressed the gathered crowd of 130 coders, creative professionals, designers, NGO representatives, and refugees, urging them to help find concrete solutions to the real problems faced by the migrants living in the camps. Teams will have six weeks to develop ... Read More»

By | 25 October, 2016 | Topics: Events, News | Tags: , , , ,