Kyriakos Mitsotakis, the Greek prime minister, used last night’s opening ceremony of the Posidonia exhibition in Athens to stress to his European counterparts the importance of supporting shipping.
“At a time when Europe is seeking to define the concept of strategic autonomy, the time has come for it to understand that shipping, European shipping, Greek shipping which constitutes the most significant force within European shipping, will play a crucial role in this strategic autonomy,” Mitsotakis said.
Speaking to local shipowners, the prime minister said: “There is no doubt that the field that you lead is facing changes that will determine the future or maritime transport. I want you to know that I will stand by your side in every battle that the Greek shipping industry will fight in order to enhance this value chain, which is centered on our country: from the green transition to safe ports and from the rejuvenation of Greek shipyards to the infusion of our workforce with the skills that developments impel.”
Posidonia 2024 is the biggest in the biennial event’s six decades of existence with over 2,000 exhibitors from 82 countries and 23 national pavilions ready to showcase their offering on Posidonia’s exhibition floor, which proved too small to meet this year’s demand for space. Furthermore, a total of 68 maritime conferences, forums and seminars are scheduled to take place.
Splash, a sponsor of this year’s Posidonia, will be bringing readers all the key news from Athens throughout the week.
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Publish date : 2024-06-04 00:19:32
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