On the occasion of Australia Day, the Australian ambassador to Greece, Jenny Bloomfield, hosted a reception on Wednesday night at the Sarogleion Megharon in Athens.
The guests were given tours of two exhibitions that highlight Greece and Australia’s common past, their common struggle for freedom and democracy during the two World Wars, as well as the Greek migrants’ significant contribution to their new country, Australia. The year 2012 marks the 60th anniversary of the post-war immigration from Greece to Australia.
Alternate National Defence Minister Georgios Georgiou, Deputy Development, Competitiveness and Shipping Minister Adonis Georgiadis, members of the Greek parliament, diplomats and armed forces officials attended the event.
In her address, the Australian ambassador referred to the unbreakable bonds between the two countries.
“These bonds are felt especially keenly as Greece confronts difficult economic times. During these times, Australia stands by Greece and is prepared to help in any way we can. We are certain that Greece will succeed and will emerge from the crisis even stronger than before,” the envoy said.
(Source: ANA-MPA)
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