EU Civil Protection Mechanism

Norway supports refugees in Greece

21/03/2016 ENstaff Embassy of Norway, EU Civil Protection Mechanism, Norway, refugee crisis

Norway supports Greece dealing with the asylum and migration situation by delivering beds and bed mattresses via the EU Civil Protection Mechanism.

european union foreign affairs

Greece activates EU Civil protection mechanism, agrees Frontex cooperation

04/12/201504/12/2015 ENstaff Emergency Response Coordination Centre, EU, EU Civil Protection Mechanism, European Commission, European Union, Greece, Rapid Border Intervention Team

Greece has yesterday activated the EU Civil Protection Mechanism to benefit from material support to help cope with the influx of refugees and asylum seekers in the country. Greece has requested items such as tents, generators, beds, sanitary equipment and emergency first aid kits.

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.