US-Greece Strengthen Energy Ties

US-Greece Strengthen Energy Ties

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On Sunday evening, Greece’s Environment and Energy Minister Stavros Papastavrou held a phone call with Doug Burgum, the U.S. Secretary of the Department of the Interior and President of the National Energy Dominance Council. The discussion centered on strengthening Greece-U.S. strategic relations and energy developments impacting both nations. A key focus was the Greek government's approval of U.S. oil company Chevron’s interest in offshore blocks "South Crete I and II." Both sides agreed this marks a significant step in deepening bilateral ties. The National Energy Dominance Council was established by U.S. President Donald Trump in February 2025, CE Report quotes Athens-Macedonian

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