Greek PM: Return of historical memory to its rightful place is a vindication

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis emphasized the importance of cultural diplomacy and the repatriation of historical treasures during a ceremony marking the official handover of sacred relics returned from Bulgaria to the Church of Serres.

Speaking following a solemn Doxology at the Metropolitan Church of the Holy Archangels Michael and Gabriel, patron saints of Serres, Mitsotakis defended the agreement that paved the way for the return of the religious treasures.

“An agreement that opens the way for the repatriation of our treasures is not one-sided. What is truly one-sided, and ultimately works against us, is the inertia and inaction that keep them away,” the Prime Minister stated.

He described the return as a tangible demonstration of the potential of Greece’s cultural diplomacy.

“We are talking about a practical result of the many possibilities that our cultural diplomacy ultimately offers, through a patriotic policy that demonstrates and declares that Greece is strong, its international standing is strong and high, and its voice is heard clearly,” Mitsotakis said.

He stressed that Greece is not afraid to engage in dialogue, pursue its claims, and ultimately…