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Greece, Turkey, and the Trump Legacy
Analysis of Greek-Turkish relations, US foreign policy under Trump, and how Greece plans to navigate future US relations.
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Donald TrumpRecep Tayyip ErdoganAlexis TsiprasKyriakos MitsotakisMike Pompeo
- What role did Ambassador Geoffrey Pyatt play in shaping Greek-American relations during this period?
- Ambassador Geoffrey Pyatt played a crucial role in fostering Greek-American relations during this period, facilitating discussions on a Mutual Defense Cooperation Agreement (MDCA).
- How did Greek-Turkish relations evolve during Trump's first term, and what were the contributing factors?
- During Trump's first term, Greek-Turkish relations deteriorated after a coup attempt against Erdogan in 2016, fueled by Putin's support for Erdogan and Erdogan's growing distrust of the US.
- How does the Greek government plan to approach maintaining strong ties with the Republican Party following the Trump administration?
- The Greek government, under Mitsotakis, aims to maintain strong ties with the Republican Party by leveraging personal relationships, the Greek-American community, and established lobbying efforts.
- What was the significance of Turkey's removal from the F-35 program, and how did it impact US relations with both Greece and Turkey?
- The US's removal of Turkey from the F-35 program due to its purchase of Russian S-400 missiles marked a significant turning point, despite Trump's personal sympathy for Erdogan.
- What key individuals and organizations are central to the Greek government's strategy for cultivating positive relationships with the Republican Party?
- The Greek government is focusing on cultivating relationships with key figures in the Republican Party, including Mike Pompeo, Gus Bilirakis, Nicole Malliotakis, and others, to ensure continued strong bilateral relations.