Greek PM and Ecumenical Patriarch applaud progress on reopening Halki Theological School

·

The Halki Theological School’s positive developments were a focal point during Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis’ meeting with Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew on Sunday.

The meeting was held on the sidelines of the International Peace Summit for Ukraine in Bürgenstock, Switzerland.

halki-theological-school
The Greek Orthodox Theological School of Halki.

Government sources reported that both leaders expressed satisfaction with the encouraging mobilisation regarding the reopening of the Halki Theological School. Mitsotakis emphasised the importance of this progress, highlighting its significance.

Furthermore, Mitsotakis informed the Ecumenical Patriarch of his plans to visit Istanbul in the near future to address matters concerning the Patriarchate and the Greek community.

Source: AMNA.gr.

Share:

KEEP UP TO DATE WITH TGH

By subscribing you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

Latest News

Epiphany 2026: Greek Orthodox communities gather in faith across Australia

From coastlines to rivers, thousands across Australia gathered to mark Epiphany 2026, as Greek Orthodox communities came together in faith.

Henley Beach in SA transformed into Greek summer festival for Epiphany

Thousands gathered at Henley Beach on Sunday, January 11, for the annual Blessing of the Waters ceremony. Read more here.

Semaphore Greek Festival unveils full program for landmark 45th anniversary

The full program has been unveiled for the Semaphore Greek Festival, as one of South Australia’s most recognisable event marks 45 years.

Hellenic heritage shines as United Cup names second round of Community Champions

Greek heritage featured strongly among the United Cup’s latest Community Champions across Sydney and Perth.

Club owner Martha Tsamis slams council over alleged bottle removal for cash refunds

A Melbourne nightclub has accused council workers of improperly removing refundable bottles and cans from its commercial bins.

You May Also Like

Sam Konstas left out of Australia’s Ashes squad

Young batter Sam Konstas has been dropped from Australia’s Test squad for the first Ashes Test against England.

Athens’ historic Syntagma fountain restored for first time in 153 years

Originally unveiled in 1872, the fountain was the work of German-born architect Ernst Ziller, a key figure in shaping 19th-century Athens.

Alexis Tsipras claims lockdown is evidence of PM’s ‘confession of failure’

A press release by the main opposition party also accused the government of “criminal negligence” which led to the second nationwide lockdown.