Strengthening U.S.-Greece Strategic Partnership on Security, Migration, and Energy
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Greek Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapetritis on February 28, 2025, reaffirming the strong and enduring U.S.-Greece partnership. As a key NATO ally and a pillar of stability in the Eastern Mediterranean, Greece plays a critical role in regional security, energy cooperation, and international diplomacy.
Key Areas of Discussion
1. Greece’s Strategic Role in NATO and Global Security
🔹 Defense Commitments – Secretary Rubio commended Greece’s robust defense spending, which exceeds NATO’s 2% GDP target, reinforcing regional and transatlantic security.
🔹 UN Security Council Membership – The U.S. welcomed Greece’s election to the United Nations Security Council for the 2025-2026 term, highlighting its leadership in global peace and conflict resolution.
2. Confronting Illegal Migration
🔹 Border Security – Both leaders acknowledged the pressing challenge of illegal migration in the Mediterranean and emphasized the need for coordinated efforts to enhance border management.
🔹 Humanitarian Approach – Discussions included strengthening policies to ensure security while upholding humanitarian obligations, aligning with EU and NATO strategies.
3. Expanding Energy Cooperation and Regional Stability
🔹 Energy Leadership – Greece’s role as an emerging energy hub in Southeast Europe was a key focus, with discussions on expanding regional energy infrastructure and renewable energy projects.
🔹 Reducing European Dependence on Russian Energy – Both sides explored collaborations to enhance energy diversification, ensuring a stable and secure energy supply for the region.
Advancing U.S.-Greece Relations
This high-level meeting underscored the deepening U.S.-Greece alliance, reflecting shared democratic values, strategic interests, and economic cooperation. Secretary Rubio and Foreign Minister Gerapetritis committed to further engagements on security, migration, and energy collaboration to promote regional and global stability.