Minister of Culture Lina Mendoni said that the current unique climate was conducive to seeking the repatriation of forcefully removed and stolen cultural artifacts from countries of origin
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"Greece and the UK have a long history of bilateral relations; I wouldn't dwell much on this issue," Mitsotakis replied during the interview
"Culture is not only about antiquities and works of art but also about the relationships and behavior of people," the Museum Director said in a statement
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The British side requested the meeting a day after the British Prime Minister abruptly cancelled a scheduled meeting with visiting Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis.
As Sky News reports "UK government officials are exploring legal ways that could block any export of the Marbles
The Greek PM is in London on a 3-day working visit