Diaspora

All speakers lauded the invaluable contribution of diaspora and the influence of Hellenism in Australia

For the first time in years, there is concern in the Greek diaspora, among many of its members in Washington at least, about political developments in Greece. It is not driven by disappointment or frustration but, rather, the need for answers.

US Congressman John Sarbanes was presented with the annual "Leader" award in Washington, DC on Monday, given each year to an outstanding member of the Greek-American diaspora.

Leading academics, business leaders, journalists and public officials gathered at the Megaron Karatzas in Athens on Saturday to set out their vision for how the "Komvos - Networks of Global Hellenism" initiative can harness the extensive international networks of the Greek diaspora to manifestly contribute to the prosperity of Greece.

There has been much talk, in this space and elsewhere, about the importance of courting digital nomads. Today, Greece is in heavy competition with many of its southern neighbors to attract those with the means and capacity to live and work from anywhere. Portugal has demonstrated particular success in this area.  

The transnational side of politics in general has not been extensively explored, but a recent study makes reference to the representation of the diaspora by homeland political institutions in relation to the right to vote.

Foreign Minister Nikos Dendias discussed with Egyptian counterpart Sameh Shoukry the possible cooperation in the evacuation of diaspora Greeks from Sudan, as soon as the conditions allow it, the minister said on Tuesday.

The Greek diaspora has initiated the campaign to stop the sale of F16 fighters to Turkey

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