Greek MPs are urging a political review of the planned discontinuation of the Greek-language service of Deutsche Welle, scheduled for January 1, 2027.
A significant initiative has been launched by Greek MPs Tasos Chatzivassiliou and Philippos Fortomas, alongside Cypriot MP Haris Georgiadis and Marian Wendt from the Konrad Adenauer Foundation, to preserve the Greek service of Deutsche Welle. In a letter addressed to members of the German Federal Parliament, they call for a political reconsideration of the decision to discontinue the Greek-language program, scheduled for January 1, 2027. The letter emphasizes the importance of their request and encourages German parliamentarians to leverage their parliamentary powers to change this decision.
Last week, Chatzivassiliou and Fortomas participated in a CDU congress where they explicitly raised the issue of Deutsche Welle with the President of the German Parliament and with ministers and CDU parliamentarians. Their efforts reflect a broader concern for the continuity of Greek media representation abroad, highlighting the historical significance of the Greek service, which has been operational since 1964. The MPs seek to ensure that the needs and voices of the Greek community are considered in this decision-making process.
The potential discontinuation of the Greek service raises questions about the availability of diverse media perspectives for Greek-speaking audiences, both in Greece and the diaspora. This initiative reflects a commitment to preserving cultural ties and ensuring access to information tailored for Greek speakers, which underscores the broader implications of media representation and cultural identity in a globalized world.
