“Greece and Australia are two countries that are so far from each other in terms of geography, and at the same time so close, given that they share common principles and values,” says the foreign minister. Nikos Dendias in his message to the Australian diaspora.

“Protection of democracy and human rights, respect for the sovereign rights of each country, respect for international law and the international law of the sea and UNCLOS, commitment to the peaceful resolution of disputes, support for the Charter of the United Nations are among the values ​​on which our constructive cooperation is based.”

“At the same time, the two countries share strong historical ties that were forged in the joint struggle for democracy and freedom during the First and Second World Wars,” he stressed.

“In addition, they have established meaningful and productive cooperation within the framework of international organizations, as well as multifaceted bilateral relations with broad prospects, which I had the opportunity and honor to discuss in detail last December with Australian Foreign Minister Maris Payne during her official visit to Greece.”

“An important aspect of bilateral relations, a decisive contribution to mutual understanding, creative interaction, cordial friendship and the eternal strengthening of relations between Greece and Australia, is the thriving and dynamic Greek community in Australia, which is active and develops its rich work in almost all cities of the country.”

“Through a dual vision of creation, our expatriates, now an integral part of Australian society and a fruitful contributor to the progress and prosperity of Australia, make us proud to be present and to work in a country that welcomed them when they immigrated from Greece. and it has become a second home for them,” he stressed.

“Through their proactive actions and systematic promotion and support of the position of Greece, our expatriates become “ambassadors” of our country and contribute to further strengthening our already strong ties of friendship and cooperation with Australia.”