The Deputy Foreign Minister for Economic Diplomacy and Extroversion, Haris Theoharis, aims to expand Greek-American cooperation on multiple levels during his mission to New York since Monday. His contacts with economic actors are part of Greece’s ongoing effort to establish itself as an attractive investment destination and reliable partner in Southeast Europe.
In a crucial period for the Greek economy, the growing interest of American investment schemes in Greece makes strengthening bilateral economic, commercial and investment relations imperative. On Monday, the Deputy Foreign Minister participated in one of the most important conferences, “Capital Link”. There he presented opportunities emerging in the Greek economy for the American investment community in sectors such as energy, technology and tourism. He made special reference to recent developments in the Greek economy, infrastructure and particularly the institutional reforms being promoted to facilitate investments.
Speaking to parapolitika.gr, Mr. Theoharis outlined his mission’s objectives during the United States visit. As he stated: “Greece is now in a phase of stable growth and international recognition. The goal of our visit to the United States is to strengthen our strategic relations and attract investments that will contribute to the further dynamism of the Greek economy. The US is one of our most important partners and we are determined to seize every opportunity for deeper cooperation.” Meanwhile, in New York, Mr. Theoharis met with executives from leading investment houses and funds examining expansion of their activities in Greece. These contacts are considered particularly significant, as several American investment schemes have expressed interest in participating in Greek infrastructure projects, renewable energy sources and digital transformation.
Haris Theoharis in the US: Our message to investors is clear – Greece has changed, moving dynamically forward
According to Mr. Theoharis: “Our message to investors is clear: Greece has changed, is moving dynamically forward and invites them to participate in this journey. With partnerships based on mutual benefit, we can create new development opportunities, new jobs and even stronger bonds between the two countries.”
Today, the Deputy Foreign Minister heads to Washington, where he will meet with his American counterpart, Jacob Helberg. The meeting aims to advance the recent Joint Declaration on Economic Security. This declaration targets strengthening critical supply chains, enhancing technological cooperation and protection from geoeconomic risks. Additionally, Mr. Theoharis in Washington will have contacts with senior officials from the US Department of Commerce and the Office of the Trade Representative (USTR), aiming, as he supported to parapolitika.gr, to further promote trade relations and remove specific barriers affecting Greek export companies, specifically exemptions from tariffs for emblematic Greek products such as olive oil, olives, feta cheese and compotes.
Of particular interest are his meetings with the leadership of the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) and EXIM Bank, two organizations that play a central role in financing international investment projects. Within the framework of his US visit, Mr. Theoharis will also meet with executives of major business groups and production units of Greek interests. The Greek mission’s goal is to secure capital investments by strengthening Greek-American cooperation in strategically important projects.
