The meeting of Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapetritis with his Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan, who is visiting Athens today, Friday (08.11.24), lasted over two hours at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
At around one o’clock in the afternoon, the tete-a-tete of Giorgos Gerapetritis with Hakan Fidan was completed and now the joint statements of the two ministers are in progress. A working lunch will be served afterwards.
Our three main pursuits to resolve cutting-edge issues and avoid tensions have produced tangible results in the intervening 16 months, Mr. Gerapetritis after their meeting. The next round of the positive agenda will take place next month, he said and emphasized that our contacts are now becoming normal.
Hakan Fidan arrived at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs at 10.30 on Friday morning for his tete-a-tete with Giorgos Gerapetritis.
The two ministers exchanged warm handshakes and smiles in front of the cameras and then proceeded to their meeting, which lasted over 2 hours.
In fact, yesterday with interviews they both gave the mark of their intentions for today’s meeting.
A basic request for Greece, Gerapetritis and Fidan to examine the conditions under which the two countries could get to the bottom of the one and only, according to Athens, difference between the two countries: the delimitation of the EEZ and the continental shelf.
The negotiation does not bode well. The two foreign ministers, one day before the meeting, in their interviews with the press, set their “red lines”, which… do not coincide.
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**News Editor:** Good evening, and welcome to tonight’s segment. We have a special Alex Reed with us, Dr. Anna Kydoniefs, an expert in international relations, to discuss the significant meeting between Greek Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapetritis and Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, taking place in Athens today. Thank you for joining us, Dr. Kydoniefs.
**Dr. Kydoniefs:** Thank you for having me.
**News Editor:** To start, what do you think are the main objectives of this meeting between the two foreign ministers?
**Dr. Kydoniefs:** The primary objectives likely center around bilateral relations, particularly in addressing ongoing tensions between Greece and Turkey. Topics such as maritime boundaries, energy exploration in the Eastern Mediterranean, and migration are probably high on the agenda.
**News Editor:** That makes sense. Given the historical context, how important is this meeting in fostering dialogue between the two nations?
**Dr. Kydoniefs:** It is crucial. High-level meetings like this are vital for diplomacy. They provide a platform for both sides to directly address concerns and seek common ground. Regular dialogue can help de-escalate tensions and pave the way for cooperation on various issues.
**News Editor:** Do you foresee any challenges that might arise during their discussions?
**Dr. Kydoniefs:** Absolutely. There is a long-standing history of mistrust between Greece and Turkey. Issues like territorial disputes and differing national narratives may hinder progress. However, it is essential for both ministers to approach these topics with a spirit of compromise.
**News Editor:** How might this meeting impact the broader region, especially in relation to the European Union and NATO?
**Dr. Kydoniefs:** The outcome of this meeting could be significant. A successful dialogue could serve as a model for conflict resolution in the region and strengthen the ties between Greece and Turkey within the context of NATO. It could also reassure the EU of regional stability, which is a priority given the ongoing geopolitical tensions.
**News Editor:** Thank you, Dr. Kydoniefs, for your insights on this pivotal meeting. We’ll be sure to keep our audience updated on any developments from today’s discussions.
**Dr. Kydoniefs:** Thank you for having me!
