Greece was the first country to recognize the particular Genocide of the Greeks associated with Pontus and Asia Minimal. It even designated Might 19 and September fourteen as days of commemoration of the Genocide for the Greeks of Pontus and Asia Minor, respectively. They pay the particular minimum due respect plus tribute to the victims of those heinous acts.
And I would like to assure you the fact that Ministry of Foreign Matters will continue to be a supporter and companion in the efforts associated with Pontian Associations all over the world.
In 2015, the UN General Assembly established the “International Day associated with Commemoration and Dignity of the Victims of Genocide plus Prevention of this Crime”. This particular day’s significance remains solid; and, unfortunately, more pertinent than ever.
Especially for the Greek State, the necessity to remember and pay tribute to the victims of this kind of crimes constitutes a primary issue.
At this critical point we are currently experiencing, the prevention of genocide remains a fundamental responsibility of everyone.
The preservation of historical memory is a primary responsibility of the Greek State.
Moreover, our nation has been constantly active at the international level for the common recognition of the genocide plus forced uprooting of the Greeks of Pontus and Asia Minor from 1914 in order to 1923.
In this regard, I would like to congratulate the particular “Nikos Kapetanidis” Action Association for the extremely important work it really is carrying out.
Dear friends,
