# Greek foreign policy and regional security concerns

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/greek-foreign-policy-and-regional-security-concerns
> Updated: 2026-09-27T08:31:40.000Z. Sources: 54. Developments: 3.

Following his participation in the UN General Assembly and visits to San Francisco, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has further defined Greece’s domestic and foreign priorities. Domestically, he has identified the cost of living as a primary focus, aiming to contain energy prices and increase disposable income through tax relief and wage growth. He has specifically signaled a priority to mitigate costs related to fuel and heating oil through targeted interventions and by seeking greater European flexibility regarding energy taxation. On the international stage, Mitsotakis continues to position Greece as a “bridge” of stability amidst a volatile geopolitical landscape. He reiterated that while Greece seeks open communication and dialogue with Turkey based on good neighborliness, such efforts cannot coexist with unilateral actions that violate international law or legitimacy. He noted that while Turkish rhetoric has recently softened, Greece will not compromise on its national positions. In terms of regional energy security, Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapetritis announced that Greece is advancing an electricity interconnection project with Cyprus, in cooperation with France and the European Union. Recognized as a Project of Common Interest, the initiative aims to end the energy isolation of Cyprus and enhance European market resilience. The project will proceed with licensing and the issuance of necessary NAVTEX for cable survey and installation. Regarding the technical implementation of the interconnection, Gerapetritis clarified that the cable path is located dozens of miles south of Turkish maritime zones, stating there is “no reason for a re-routing” and maintaining that the initiative is a European project that should not be obstructed. Additionally, the Prime Minister addressed the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence, advocating for state oversight and regulation.

## Claims

- The UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) is the framework for resolving maritime disputes. (corroborated by 23 sources)
- Kyriakos Mitsotakis stated that Greece seeks dialogue with Turkey but will not compromise. (corroborated by 21 sources)
- Greece will assume the Presidency of the UN Security Council in October. (corroborated by 14 sources)
- Meaningful dialogue with Turkey cannot occur alongside unilateral actions that violate international law. (corroborated by 13 sources)
- The Prime Minister called for state oversight and regulation of the rapid development of Artificial Intelligence. (corroborated by 8 sources)
- The Cyprus issue remains unresolved 52 years after the Turkish invasion and occupation. (corroborated by 7 sources)
- The most important immediate government priority is addressing the cost of living. (corroborated by 7 sources)
- Greece will proceed with the electrical interconnection project between Greece and Cyprus in the near future. (corroborated by 7 sources)
- Greece will license the project and issue the necessary NAVTEX for the research and laying of the cable. (corroborated by 7 sources)
- The electrical interconnection between Greece and Cyprus is a Project of Common Interest. (corroborated by 7 sources)
- The interconnection will end the energy isolation of Cyprus. (corroborated by 7 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-27: Greece to advance Greece-Cyprus electrical interconnection project

Greece is set to advance the Greece-Cyprus electrical interconnection project, a European interest project aimed at ending Cyprus's energy isolation while maintaining firm national positions in Turkey relations

32 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kyriakos-mitsotakis-faces-criticism-over-meeting-with-benjamin-netanyahu

### 2026-09-25: Kyriakos Mitsotakis outlines Greek priorities on cost of living and Turkey relations

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis identified the cost of living as a top priority and emphasized that dialogue with Turkey must strictly adhere to international law as Greece prepares for its UN Security Guard

30 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kyriakos-mitsotakis-addresses-un-general-assembly-on-turkey-and-cyprus

### 2026-09-06: Kyriakos Mitsotakis calls for better minority rights in Albania

Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis says progress on Greek minority rights and property registration in Albania is insufficient for EU accession support.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kyriakos-mitsotakis-calls-for-better-minority-rights-in-albania

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