Today, the Greek Minister of Culture, Lina Mendoni, will speak at the UNESCO celebration for the first anniversary of World Greek Language Day, which was established on February 9 in honor of the national poet Dionysios Solomos. This day was recognized by a unanimous decision of 90 UNESCO member states, highlighting the historical acknowledgment of the Greek language as a foundation of global culture.

During the official events for this anniversary, Minister Mendoni will inaugurate the exhibition from the Ministry of Culture titled "They gave me Greek as my language" at the Maison de l’UNESCO. The event will be attended by UNESCO Director-General Khaled El-Enany and will showcase the rich legacy of the Greek language through textual references, visual materials, and faithful replicas of significant ancient Greek writing monuments. This exhibition aims to illuminate the Greek language, recognized as the oldest living language in Europe.

This celebration and exhibition not only mark a historical moment for Greek culture but also reinforce the global importance of the Greek language and its contribution to world heritage. With its establishment as a World Greek Language Day, this initiative emphasizes the continuing relevance of Greek culture in the context of a globalized world, fostering international collaboration and appreciation for linguistic diversity.