In Vilnius, Lithuania, the political assembly of the European People’s Party (EPP), the largest political group in the European Parliament, took place on October 16-17. The assembly focused on Europe’s strategic priorities in security and defense. New Democracy was represented by a delegation led by the secretary of the political committee, Kostas Skrekas, along with the Prime Minister’s director of digital communications, Nikos Romanos, and member of the international relations secretariat, Nikos Korogiannakis.
Goal to strengthen European resilience
The political assembly’s proceedings focused on Europe’s strategic role in security and defense, with emphasis on strengthening NATO’s eastern flank, shaping an integrated European defense policy, and promoting joint investments in high-technology and innovation sectors. The goal is to strengthen European resilience and enhance the Union’s capacity to respond effectively to modern geopolitical challenges.
New Democracy’s presence in Vilnius confirms the party’s consistent participation in European processes. New Democracy’s contribution to shaping the common European strategy on security highlights its leading role in decision-making centers.
