Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani agreed to expand bilateral cooperation across defense, energy, trade and investment, as regional tensions dominated their talks in Athens.

Speaking on the sidelines of the OT Delphi Economic Forum XI, Energy Minister Stavros Papastavrou referred to the power utility as an 'energy champion' in central, SE Europe

Officials say targeted, temporary support could be deployed within fiscal limits, as Europe focuses on competitiveness and security amid rising inflation risks.

In an interview with To Vima International Edition, the former U.S. ambassador argues that Southeast Europe needs corridors for power and data, not just gas, and that markets are underestimating how long the current energy crisis will last.

Officials and industry leaders highlight the need for stronger regional cooperation, infrastructure investment, and EU support to secure energy supply and diversify sources amid geopolitical uncertainty

In her remarks, she expressed her gratitude to President Donald Trump for giving her the opportunity to serve as the U.S. ambassador to Greece

A proposal is highly likely from the French side for the supply of submarines either of the Scorpène class or the Blacksword Barracuda class

Beijing signals potential energy leverage as Manila hosts major military exercises with the United States and allies near Taiwan and disputed South China Sea waters, escalating regional tensions.

Greece sits in a genuinely difficult position. It is a net energy importer with significant exposure to global oil and gas price movements, Brouillette says

From the final quarter of 2026, and most likely beginning in October, seismic surveys are expected to commence under the joint venture between Chevron and HELLENiQ ENERGY.

Mitsotakis highlighted a landmark agreement between ExxonMobil, Energean and HELLENiQ Energy for exploratory drilling in the northwestern Ionian Sea—the first such activity in nearly 50 years.

Rising energy costs are driving budget revisions across Europe, with Greece already adjusting growth forecasts while households face mounting pressures.

Alpha Bank highlights the strategic role of regional energy routes as Europe faces supply risks, low gas reserves and mounting pressure to diversify away from vulnerable transit chokepoints

The long-delayed Special Spatial Framework for Renewable Energy Sources will set limits on wind farm development, particularly on tourist-heavy islands, while addressing pending investments.

Greek Economy Minister warns prolonged disruption in a key global oil route could surpass past energy crises, as Europe prepares targeted support measures amid rising inflation and slowing growth

Chinese Premier Li Qiang has called for expanded energy cooperation with the UAE and urged stronger protection for Chinese citizens and projects in the country amid the ongoing Iran conflict, according to state media reports

As the International Energy Agency (IEA) warns—and as oil market executives confirm—the situation on the supply side is expected to worsen as the war continues

Greece's adequacy in electricity, fuels, and natural gas, along with supply security, to be reviewed in meetings called by Minister Papastavrou with market players, Regulators, and Grid Operators