“Light in the Dark” by Nikos Floros

“Light in the Dark” by Nikos Floros

21/11/201521/11/2015 ENstaff Museo del Greco, Nikos Floros, Spain, UNESCO

The Museo del Greco in Toledo, Spain hosts the exhibition of Greek artist, Nikos Floros, inspired by El Greco’s work.

society

UNHCR – IOM – UNICEF: “New border restrictions create tension”

21/11/2015 ENstaff IOM, refugee crisis, UNHCR, UNICEF

Restriction measures by States are creating tension at border crossings and a domino effect, leaving in total limbo some refugees and migrants stranded at different border points.

foreign affairs

Refugee crisis on top of the Foreign Ministry’s agenda

20/11/201521/11/2015 ENstaff Andrea Ikić-Böhm, Austria, Bulgaria, Emilia Ivanova Kraleva, refugee crisis

Greek Deputy Foreign Minister Ioannis Amanatidis met with the Ambassadors of Austria and Bulgaria and discussed issues related to Greece’s program of reforms and the increasing influx of refugees.

Refugee Crisis_EU Parliament_embassynews

european union society

One in four children at risk of poverty in Europe

20/11/201520/11/2015 ENstaff children, EU, European Union, exclusion, poverty, report

More than one in four children in Europe are at risk of poverty and social exclusion, which will have repercussions for them throughout life. MEPs debate a report urging EU countries to boost their efforts to combat child poverty and social inequalities.

EU Justice Home Affairs Council_EU_embassynews

european union foreign affairs

EU Justice and Home Affairs Council convenes to discuss security issues

20/11/2015 ENstaff EU, European Union, security, terrorism

Following the tragic events in Paris the Luxembourg Presidency, in coordination with French authorities, has convened an extraordinary Justice and Home Affairs Council Friday Nov-20 in Brussels.

culture events

“Lyre ‘n’ Rhapsody” inspired by the world of Circe

20/11/201521/11/2015 ENstaff Chang Jing, Kelari-Athenaeum, Lyre n' Rhapsody, Zhang Di

Ancient Greek compositions and traditional folk music are blended with female vocals into a mystic sound.

european union foreign affairs

Terrorist attacks: MEPs demand more information-sharing and coordination in EU

19/11/2015 ENstaff Europe, European Union, information, Schengen, security, terrorism

MEPs agreed that information-sharing between member states and their intelligence services in Europe must be improved to prevent terrorist attacks. Europol Director Rob Wainwright voiced his concern at the escalation of terror, saying: “The Paris attacks were the most serious in Europe in more than 10 years.”

in brief

Russian School in Athens organized event on Tchaikovsky

19/11/2015 ENstaff Pyotr Ilyits Tchaikovsky, Russian Centre of Culture and Science, Znaika Russian School

Students had the opportunity to learn more on the great, Russian composer.

culture events

“Christmas candies” competition by the German Embassy

19/11/2015 ENstaff Embassy of Germany, Germany

The German Embassy is organizing a drawing competition for children, for the best Christmas Wishing card.

society

REFUGEE = A journey powered by various art forms

19/11/201519/11/2015 ENstaff Greek Forum of Refugees, Michael Cacoyiannis Foundation, refugee crisis, UNHCR

The Michael Cacoyannis Foundation and the Greek Forum of Refugees are joining forces to raise awaireness on the current refugee crisis.

interviews people

Ambassador of Norway:”The challenge for the Greek economy is its competitive edge and its business climate” [interview]

07/06/2016 ENstaff

The Ambassador of Norway in Athens, His Excellency Jørn Eugene Gjelstad, spoke to EmbassyNews.net and commented on the current developments in Greek and European politics, the economy and the refugee crisis.