The United States, Russia, the EU and Greece

Greece's future depends on Europe's stability and prosperity. Without a strong European Union, Greece, with its great problems unsolved, will be like a feather on the winds of the great global reordering of power.

However, developments in the EU and the growing doubts in the European project in many countries make it most likely that the European Parliament elections in May will lead to a long period of introspection and perilous inertia. Therefore, Greece must prepare a strategy which includes cooperation with forces outside the EU. The situation presents opportunities but demands fine diplomatic skills.

Greece is currently in intense negotiations with both the United States and with Russia. The mission is difficult: Russia's dynamic presence (along with its alliance with Turkey) and the United States' renewed interest in our region have created a new situation....