Greek Environment and Energy Minister Stavros Papastavrou is traveling to the United States this week to take part in the Atlantic Council’s discussions on “Energy Security in Central and Eastern Europe.”
His visit comes at a pivotal time in U.S.–Greece relations, with Washington signaling a clear intent to deepen energy cooperation with Athens. One of the highlights of his trip will be a meeting with U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright.
The two are also scheduled to meet again in Athens this November during the P-TECC summit, a major regional forum that brings together 24 countries and the European Union.
Recent moves underscore America’s growing interest in Greece’s energy sector. U.S. energy giant Chevron recently announced its participation in hydrocarbon exploration projects off the Peloponnese and Crete—an investment carrying strong political weight. Shortly before, U.S. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, who heads the Energy Sovereignty Council, paid a high-profile visit to Athens.
Papastavrou will also join a panel alongside several key European officials, including Lithuanian Foreign Minister, Estonian Foreign Minister, Ukraine’s Finance, Environment and Agriculture Minister, Bulgarian Energy Minister, Romanian Energy Minister, and Czech Deputy Foreign Minister. The gathering is expected to focus on strengthening transatlantic energy ties amid ongoing geopolitical pressures.
Beyond his official meetings, the Greek minister will also engage with representatives of the Greek-American community during his stay.
Source: tovima.com
