Australian Ambassador to Greece meets with Dodecanese MP to discuss bilateral ties

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By Marianna Alepidis

Mika Iatridis, Dodecanese MP, held a productive meeting with Australian Ambassador to Greece, Alison Duncan, in Athens.

The meeting, initiated by the Ambassador, aimed to strengthen the already strong ties between the two nations.

Iatridis highlighted the historical connections between Greece and Australia, noting that since 1890, the migration of Kastellorizo residents and others from the Dodecanese islands, such as Kalymnos, Karpathos, Rhodes, and Symi, contributed to the formation of a thriving Greek and Dodecanese community in Australia. This community has significantly impacted Australia’s economy.

The Ambassador praised the achievements of the Dodecanese community in Australia, recognising their success in both the private sector and public offices across the country.

The two agreed to collaborate on initiatives to further enhance bilateral relations in tourism, trade, and women’s empowerment.

Iatridis also briefed the Ambassador on a draft law aimed at increasing women’s participation in corporate boards in Greece.

At the end of the meeting, both sides committed to maintaining open communication to further promote the discussed initiatives.

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