Constructive talks held between Sydney’s Greek Consul General and Archbishop Makarios

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The Consul General of Greece in Sydney, George Skemperis, met on Wednesday, February 25 with His Eminence Archbishop Makarios of Australia in a meeting focused on strengthening cooperation for the benefit of the Greek diaspora in Australia.

The meeting took place at the headquarters of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia in Redfern, Sydney, and was conducted in a positive and highly constructive atmosphere.

During their discussions, Mr Skemperis and Archbishop Makarios addressed matters of common interest concerning the Greek Australian community, while also exchanging views and proposals aimed at further enhancing collaboration between the Consulate General and the Archdiocese.

Both sides reaffirmed the importance of close cooperation in supporting the spiritual, cultural and social needs of the Greek diaspora, underscoring their shared commitment to preserving Hellenic identity and strengthening community cohesion across Australia.

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