Feb 16 • 13:04 UTC 🇬🇷 Greece Naftemporiki

The tour of the Undersecretary for Macedonia and Thrace in the Balkans started today from Sofia with a large participation of agencies and businesses

The Undersecretary for Macedonia and Thrace, Kostas Giouleka, initiated a tour in the Balkans, starting from Sofia, with the signing of three cooperation memoranda between Greek and Bulgarian entities, including six ports.

Today, in Sofia, the Undersecretary for Macedonia and Thrace, Kostas Giouleka, commenced the Balkan tour with significant participation from various Greek and Bulgarian organizations. The event saw the signing of three cooperation memoranda, which aimed to enhance bilateral relations and economic collaborations. Among the signatories were several organizations including six ports, indicating a focus on facilitating trade and transport in the region.

A wide array of Greek organizations and businesses marked their presence in Sofia, including the Association of Greek Industries (SBE), the Association of Exporters (SEVE), and representatives from various commercial chambers. Such a strong showing underscores Greece's commitment to strengthen its economic ties with Bulgaria and the broader Balkan region. The presence of executives from major ports in Thessaloniki, Alexandroupolis, and Kavala further highlights the significance attributed to logistical cooperation.

With this tour, Greece appears to be actively seeking to bolster its regional influence while fostering essential partnerships that can yield mutual benefits. The involvement of various leaders and organizations from Northern Greece also indicates a strategic move to enhance regional cooperation, which could pave the way for increased investment and economic growth in both Greece and Bulgaria.

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