Interview with the First Deputy Speaker of the Hellenic Parliament, Giannis Plakiotakis, who discusses how parliamentary diplomacy serves as a discreet yet impactful tool for promoting Greece’s international interests and stability
Nicholas Eftimiades, leading expert on Chinese espionage, reveals how China’s “whole-of-society” strategy mobilizes civilians, companies, and platforms like TikTok to gather intelligence and dominate in technology, economics, and global influence
In an era of geopolitical disruption, Maritech CEO Dimitris Sorokas redefines maritime technical support as a strategic tool for resilience, not just routine maintenance
On February 19, GeoTrends attended the European Parliament’s PETI Committee session on COSCO’s activities in Piraeus. MEP Maria Zacharia discusses the geopolitical, economic, and environmental impacts of the Chinese company’s expansion
Israeli Ambassador to Greece Noam Katz discusses the Israel-Hamas war, Iran’s regional ambitions, energy collaboration, and the strategic partnership between Israel, Greece, and the U.S., highlighting shared interests and future prospects
Michail Ignatiou analyzes Trump’s election, discussing its implications for Greek-American relations, Greece-Turkey dynamics, and the potential role of the Greek-American lobby in shaping U.S. foreign policy
The European shipping industry is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by digitalization and decarbonization. ECSA Secretary General Sotiris Raptis discusses challenges, opportunities, and the role of EU policies in shaping this future
Geopolitical strategist John Sitilides analyzes the impact of the U.S. elections on U.S.-China relations, Europe’s energy dependence, and Greece’s pivotal role in the West’s new geopolitical strategies
Human geographer Francesca Savoldi explores the friction between global shipping interests and port city communities, revealing how local movements worldwide are increasingly mobilizing to resist the environmental and social costs of port expansion
Piraeus, Greece’s largest port, stands at a crossroads as it grapples with environmental, social, and economic challenges. With rapid development reshaping the city, local stakeholders demand sustainable strategies to balance port growth with residents’ quality of life