According to information received from the World Food Programme (WFP) on a 6-month period, Greece’s relevant financial support (€300,000) has begun to enable significant progress in some of the most climate-vulnerable parts of the world. Also due to El Niño, the region’s Small Island Developing States (SIDS) are already facing frequent and severe climate disasters—including
The earthquakes of 24 June 2026 in Venezuela resulted in a large-scale humanitarian response, with thousands of dead, injured and homeless, as well as severe material damage, particularly in the northern and coastal regions. Estimates of direct damage reach approximately 37 billion US dollars. International assistance for Venezuela includes rescue teams from many countries, UN
The EU Global Gateway Investment Hub is a platform that helps transform investment ideas into concrete projects in partner countries across Sub-Saharan Africa, Asia and the Pacific, and Latin America and the Caribbean. It connects European businesses, EU Member States, financial institutions, companies and public authorities in partner countries, with the aim of mobilising financial
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The European Commission has officially announced that the 3rd Global Gateway Forum will take place on 8–9 June 2027 in Brussels. The upcoming summit takes on a highly strategic character, as the European Union has revised its investment target upward. The EU now aims to mobilize €400 billion for sustainable infrastructure worldwide, surpassing its original
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The Greek development cooperation programme has consistently maintained a strong multilateral orientation. A significant share of Greece’s Official Development Assistance (ODA) is channelled through international and regional organizations, which possess the necessary expertise, operational capacity, and global presence to implement development and humanitarian interventions worldwide. Through its participation in these organizations, Greece contributes to addressing
On 11 June 2026, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in cooperation with the University of the Peloponnese, organized a seminar presenting Greece’s International Development Cooperation system. The seminar was attended by students of the Department of Political Science and International Relations of the University of the Peloponnese. The seminar focused on the following topics: •
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is currently active in more than 90 countries around the world, in collaboration with the staff and volunteers of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. In 2026, it continues to fulfill its mission to promote the protection of people affected by armed conflict and other
On 28.10.2025, Hurricane Melissa (Category 5 storm) hit the southwestern coast of Jamaica, causing major destruction and extensive damage including in rural and tourist areas. Economic losses are estimated at 28–32% of 2024 GDP, with a short-term reduction in production of 8–13%. A total of 1.6 million people have been affected, more than 100,000 homes
In 2025, total Official Development Assistance (ODA) provided by members of the Development Assistance Committee (DAC) of the OECD amounted to USD 174.3 billion, representing a 23.1% decrease in real terms compared to 2024. This figure corresponds to 0.26% of their combined Gross National Income (GNI), down from 0.34% in 2024. This marks the largest
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A significant boost to Moldova’s healthcare system comes with the upgrade of 22 modern gynecological offices across 11 primary healthcare facilities, with a decisive contribution from Greece. The initiative aims to reduce inequalities in access to medical services, especially in vulnerable and remote areas. The program is being implemented by the Ministry of Health of
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