Dendias: Greece’s EU Security and Stability Pillar
« The installation of one of the two hubs of the program in Greece highlights the role of our country as an EU safety and stability pillar, » the Minister of National Defense said. Nikos Dendiaswho had a conversation with EU Defense and Space Commissioner Friday, in the context of the forthcoming operation of the European Govsatcom Safe Government Satellite Satellite Program.
According to the announcement by the Ministry of National Defense, the communication was carried out through a secure satellite video call by the headquarters of the Eastern Mediterranean Administration Headquarters (SDAM) of the Navy, in Agia Paraskevi, with the Commissioner at the European Commissioner for the Euspa Communist Party. Eu.
We safeguard our interests
The Minister of National Defense, during the conversation, praised the initiative of EU Defense and Space Commissioner to promote not only Govsatcom’s government hubs, but also to strengthen the EU Defense Program.
As Dendias said, « Today is not just a demonstration, but it is a European statement. It proves that under your leadership we can safeguard our interests, act decisively, ensure our communications. «
Greece’s decision to host Govsatcom
It is worth noting that Greece has been chosen to host one of the two nodes of the Govsatcom program by decision of the European Union on December 18, 2024.
A decision that according to the Ministry of National Defense « reinforces Greece’s role in European space activities and promotes internationally the technological competence and strategic credibility of the Greek Armed Forces. Further, it also highlights the geopolitical and strategic role of our country as a pillar of security and stability of the European Union and is a tangible confirmation of the EU’s confidence shows. In our country’s infrastructure and business capabilities. «
Talk of Dendia with the frigate « Fisherman »
As part of the Dendia – button – there was a connection to the frigate « Psara » which participates in the European business ASPIDES, as well as the business headquarters in Larissa.
Talking to the fisherman’s « Psara », Trendias, the officers and the crew attempts in the Red Sea, argued that he coincides with incidents that create a very fragile situation in the area in which they patrol.
« I am sure that you and your crew will perform the duties as always, with the highest degree of dedication to your mission, » Dendias said.
At the same time, the Minister of National Defense also had a conversation with Eunavfor Aspides’ operational commander, Lieutenant Commander Basil Griparis.
The sixth dimension of « Achilles’ Shield »
In a post on X, Dendias, referring to the hub of the Govsatcom program, the satellite communications of Greece and the « Achilles Shield » noted that « satellite communications are the sixth dimension of » Achilles’ shield « , the holistic approach. This is not just a technological development, but the extension of defense in the field of space. «
It is as he pointed out « a part of a new national culture, where innovation serves security and strategic readiness ».
