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Kombos: EU Needs to Strengthen Presence in Middle East

Published March 16, 2026, 12:19
Kombos: EU Needs to Strengthen Presence in Middle East

Foreign Minister Konstantinos Kombos emphasized the need to strengthen the EU's presence and action in the Middle East region, describing the war there as a global problem with implications for Europe, particularly in terms of energy and security. He expressed the EU's solidarity with the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and Lebanon, calling for the rapid implementation of pending trade agreements. Mr. Kombos also mentioned the need for a broad and inclusive process for the new European security strategy, as well as the continuation of full support for Ukraine. Finally, he referred to the meeting with the Indian Foreign Minister, emphasizing the strategic importance of relations with that country.