The statements made by Greek Alternate Minister of Foreign Affairs Giorgos Katrougalos that Greece would accept political rallies of Turkish officials on its soil, effectively pulling the rug under the feet of Dutch PM Mark Rutte over the row between Turkey and the Netherlands, presented the perfect opportunity for exploitation by the Turkish media.

Alternate Foreign Minister George Katrougalos is visiting Belgrade on Monday in the context of a four-day visit to Serbia, where he is to have a series of meetings with Serb ministers.

Labour Minister Giorgos Katrougalos and the representatives of the institutions meet on Tuesday to discuss labour issues.