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    Respect for the ‘Rule of Law’ is important to the Philippines as this is what affords protection and equality to smaller and less powerful states. Without this, the world would be in a “might is right” situation where peace and stability would be uncertain which would inevitably hinder growth, development and prosperity …

  Gender Disparities in Diplomacy: Challenges and Progress for Women in International Relations   By Tonka Kostadinova Visiting Research Associate, ELIAMEP Marie Sklodowska Curie Postdoctoral Fellow, University of Cyprus           “In 2024, only 21% of global ambassadorships were occupied by women, with the highest average number …

      “I consider myself fortunate to be an Ambassador in Greece, a country with which Romania shares deep historical, cultural and people-to-people ties… I strongly believe that we should constantly encourage the collaboration and joint actions between the Romanian and Greek communities, as they are bridges between our countries… As …

      Victor Parlicov, Minister of Energy of the Republic of Moldova     “Greece is playing a crucial role in assisting the Republic of Moldova and the countries of the region to strengthen their energy resilience.”       On January 19th-20th, Victor Parlicov, Minister of Energy of …

      “Memberships in the UN, OSCE, Council of Europe and other international organisations… served as an antechamber for our subsequent accession to the EU and NATO (both in 2004), which can be considered the most important achievement of Slovak diplomacy of the past 30 years. In 2009, our …

    “EUMED9, of which both Greece and Slovenia form part, represents 45% of the EU population. We should therefore coordinate our positions in the EU and strengthen our voice in Brussels.”     GDL: During the 1990’s and 2000’s, Slovenia was often hailed as an exemplary case of a …

    “My appointment in the post of Dean of the Diplomatic Corps, in recent years, I must admit, is an additional and special honour for me, especially if one considers the excellence and quality of the Diplomats who serve in Athens representing their countries.”   GDL: Mr. Ambassador, as …

      “My view is that long-term solutions require irreversible commitment to good-neighbourly relations and reconciliation. Bulgaria has consistently been supportive of the Western Balkans’ integration with the EU upon fulfilment of the criteria for membership. Our strong belief is that the future of the Western Balkans belongs to …