Archbishop Makarios hosts Australian Ambassador to Greece Alison Duncan

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His Eminence Archbishop Makarios of Australia warmly welcomed Australian Ambassador to Greece Alison Duncan to his residence in Sydney on Wednesday, July 23.

A dinner was held in her honour, attended by His Grace Bishop Iakovos of Miletoupolis, Archimandrite Christophoros Krikelis, Archdeacon Athenagoras, and Dr Philippos Kariatlis, Sub-Dean of St Andrew’s Theological School, along with his wife.

In a cordial atmosphere, discussions focused on the long-standing friendship between Greece and Australia and the vital role of the Greek diaspora.

Both Archbishop Makarios and Ambassador Duncan reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties.

Archbishop Makarios thanked the Ambassador for her visit and wished her ongoing success in her diplomatic role.

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