Greece’s two-year term as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council began at the outset of 2025. Since then, Greece has been at the heart of key discussions and initiatives - from playing a role in renewing the mandate of the UN Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus to the Security Council adopting its resolution on maritime security in the Red Sea. Lena Argiri, the DC correspondent for ERT - the Greek Public Broadcasting Company - and Kathimerini, joins Thanos Davelis as we break down Greece’s priorities on the Security Council, and explain what this means for the country’s global diplomatic standing.

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Greece begins two-year term at UN Security Council

UN Security Council adopts Red Sea resolution drafted by Greece, US

Cyprus and Chevron-led group agree on updated plan for offshore field

Cyprus and Egypt to sign natural gas commercialization agreements

Greek military eyes technological leap