The Greek Current

DC turns its attention to Greece and Cyprus

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Feb 6, 2026
Vassilis Nedos, Athens-based diplomatic and defense reporter on Greek-Turkish tensions. Nik Nanos, data scientist and pollster analyzing American views of Greece. Lena Argiri, Washington correspondent covering U.S. policy toward Greece and Cyprus. They unpack DC forums and congressional momentum, Greece and Cyprus rising profiles in Washington, the surge in American sentiment for Greece, and the lingering Imia shadow on regional security.
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ADVICE

Use The DC Meeting To Lock Project Steps

  • Lena Argiri: The upcoming DC meeting on the vertical corridor must focus on regulation, financing, and commercial alignment.
  • Stakeholders should use the meeting to convert political talk into concrete project steps.
INSIGHT

Greek Brand Is At An All-Time High

  • Nik Nanos: American sentiment toward Greece has surged and the Greek brand is stronger than ever.
  • Positive perceptions now extend beyond tourism to safety and alliance credibility.
ADVICE

Promote Investment Messaging In Captive Moments

  • Nik Nanos: Diversify Greece's brand beyond tourism by promoting investment, technology, and NATO relevance in captive moments.
  • Use airports, YouTube, and diaspora engagement to present new narratives about Greece.
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