In a step towards better relations Greeceʼs minister noted positive changes in trust with Turkey (a significant shift from past tensions). The statement came right before planned talks between the countries top diplomats
The meeting brings together Giorgos Gerapetritis from Greece and Hakan Fidan from Turkey - two key-players in the regions diplomatic scene. Both nations‚ being NATO members are working to fix their differences which include sea-border issues that lasted for many decades
The high-level meet-up shows a fresh push to deal with complex issues: maritime zones disputes and other long-running disagreements between Athens and Ankara. The two mediterranean neighbors seem ready to work on their problems thru diplomatic channels - something that wasnt common in previous years