Greece has reaffirmed that the Great Sea Interconnector, an ambitious electricity cable linking the power grids of Greece, Cyprus, and Israel, remains on track despite setbacks.
The news comes after the Foreign Ministers of Greece, Cyprus and Israel met in Athens on Thursday, March 13.
After the meeting, Greek Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapetritis stated, “The Great Sea Interconnector will be completed as planned. We are taking steps to ensure there are no obstacles to its progress.”
The €1.9 billion EU-backed project will connect the three Mediterranean nations through a submarine power cable spanning 1,210 kilometres (750 miles) and reaching depths of 3,000 metres (9,800 feet).
While the initiative is crucial for energy security and integrating renewable energy, it has faced financial challenges and complications from maritime disputes between Greece and Turkey.
Gerapetritis emphasised its broader importance, stating, “We recognise that interconnection projects are of critical importance for stability, energy security, and regional security. Not just for our region, but for Europe as a whole.”
Source: AP News
