The American Hellenic Institute (AHI) celebrated the 198th anniversary of Greek Independence Day by hosting its annual “Congressional Salute to Greek Independence Day,” March 27, 2019.

The American Hellenic Institute (AHI) hosted a breakfast briefing with Ambassador Haris Lalacos, ambassador of the Hellenic Republic to the U.S., and Ambassador Marios Lysiotis, ambassador of the Republic of Cyprus to the U.S., March 9, 2019, at the Capital Hilton.  AHI President Nick Larigakis moderated.

The American Hellenic Institute (AHI) applauds bipartisan congressional action that urges the U.S. Department of State, under the aegis of Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo, to eliminate the prohibition on the transfer of defense articles and services to the Republic of Cyprus under 22 CFR § 126.1. Fourteen U.S. representatives signed the December 11, 2018 letter to Secretary Pompeo that also highlights Turkey’s unlawful occupation of the Republic of Cyprus.