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September highlights from the Embassy’s Irish Presidency engagements in Greece and Albania:1. From 16-18/09, EU Ambassad...
02/10/2026

September highlights from the Embassy’s Irish Presidency engagements in Greece and Albania:

1. From 16-18/09, EU Ambassadors in Athens participated in a Working Visit to the islands of Chios and Oinousses, organised by Embassy Athens as part of our EU Presidency programme in Greece, with the objective to explore Ireland’s Presidency priorities in a regional and maritime context. The visit offered also a great opportunity to experience firsthand the natural beauty and rich history of the two islands.

2. On 21/09, Ambassador O’Floinn addressed the 22nd meeting of the EU-Albania Stabilisation and Association Parliamentary Committee on behalf of the Irish Presidency of the Council of the EU. Advancing EU enlargement remains a key priority of the IE Presidency and we are committed to supporting Albania to make further progress on its path towards EU Membership.

3. On 21/09, Ambassador O’Floinn participated in a lively discussion at the College of Europe in Tirana on the priorities and challenges of the Irish Presidency, Ireland’s strong support for Albania’s EU accession, and Ireland’s own transformative experience of EU membership.

4. On 21-27/09, the Embassy of Ireland, Culture Ireland and Animation Ireland supported collaboration between Irish and Greek animators at the annual AnimaSyros International Animation Festival in Syros. Ireland was honoured to be the feature country of this year’s festival, which included an incredible lineup of Irish film as well as Irish-led workshops.

5. On 24/09, Ambassador O’Floinn paid a courtesy call on the Mayor of Syros-Hermoupolis, Alexis Athanasiou, marking 200 years since the founding of Hermoupolis. The Ambassador also visited the offices of the Cyclades Chamber.

6. On 27-29/09, a delegation from the Joint Committee on European Union Affairs, including Cathaoirleach Barry Ward and Senators O’Loughlin and Davitt, joined parliamentarians from across Europe and representatives from Albanian institutions at an interparliamentary conference in Tirana focussed on Albania’s EU accession.

7. On 30/09, Ambassador O’Floinn presented the priorities of Ireland’s Presidency of the Council of the EU at the Hellenic Parliament.

EU Ambassadors visited Chios and Oinousses from 16-18 September as part of the Irish Presidency Programme in Greece, exp...
29/09/2026

EU Ambassadors visited Chios and Oinousses from 16-18 September as part of the Irish Presidency Programme in Greece, exploring the Presidency's core priorities of Competitiveness, Values and Security through the maritime perspective of the North Aegean.

The visit offered an opportunity to experience firsthand the natural beauty, rich history and unique character of the two islands.

In Chios, the delegation explored the island's renowned cultural heritage, from the historic Mastichochoria villages and the world-famous mastiha, cultivated exclusively on the island for centuries, to the strong imprints of the Genoese period.

In Oinousses, Ambassadors were welcomed to one of Greece's most distinguished maritime communities, whose seafaring tradition has left an enduring mark on global shipping. The delegation visited the Naval Museum and the Merchant Marine Academy, gaining valuable insights into the island's remarkable maritime legacy and its continued contribution to seafaring education and the shipping sector.

The visit showcased not only the strategic importance of these islands, but also their vibrant culture, traditions and deep connection to the sea, which has shaped their history and identity for generations.

Ambassador Ciara O’Floinn visited the College of Europe while in Tirana this week, where she engaged with students in a ...
25/09/2026

Ambassador Ciara O’Floinn visited the College of Europe while in Tirana this week, where she engaged with students in a lively discussion around Ireland's priorities during its Presidency of the Council of the European Union.

The Ambassador was also delighted to meet with students Eoin O’Donnell and Egzon Zefi, both awarded this year’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade scholarship.

Η Ιρλανδία είναι η τιμώμενη χώρα του φετινού Φεστιβάλ Κινουμένων Σχεδίων Animasyros στην Ερμούπολη της Σύρου! Η φετινή δ...
24/09/2026

Η Ιρλανδία είναι η τιμώμενη χώρα του φετινού Φεστιβάλ Κινουμένων Σχεδίων Animasyros στην Ερμούπολη της Σύρου! Η φετινή διοργάνωση συμπίπτει με την Ιρλανδική Προεδρία του Συμβουλίου της Ευρωπαϊκής Ένωσης.

Με την υποστήριξη των Animation Ireland και Culture Ireland, το Φεστιβάλ παρουσιάζει ένα εξαιρετικό πρόγραμμα ιρλανδικών ταινιών, καθώς και εργαστήρια και συζητήσεις υπό ιρλανδική καθοδήγηση, αναδεικνύοντας τη συμβολή του animation στις δημιουργικές βιομηχανίες και στη παγκόσμια παρουσία της Ιρλανδίας.

Η Πρέσβης, Ciara O’Floinn, είχε την τιμή να μιλήσει στην τελετή έναρξης, μαζί με τον Ronan McCabe, CEO του Animation Ireland, και τη Moe Honan, επικεφαλής του Animation Ireland.

Θερμά συγχαρητήρια στην ομάδα του Animasyros για τη διοργάνωση ενός ακόμη εξαιρετικού Φεστιβάλ και για την ανάδειξη του animation ως ενός δυναμικού πεδίου ευρωπαϊκής και διεθνούς συνεργασίας.

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Ireland is this year’s feature country at the Animasyros Festival in Ermoupolis, Syros! This coincides with our Presidency of the Council of the EU.

With the support of Animation Ireland and Culture Ireland, the festival features an incredible lineup of Irish film as well as Irish-led workshops and discussions reflecting on the contribution of animation to our creative industries and global footprint.

Ambassador Ciara O’Floinn was honoured to speak at the opening ceremony, joined by Ronan McCabe, the CEO of Animation Ireland, and Moe Honan, the Animation Ireland Chairperson.

A huge congratulations to the Animasyros team for their work to deliver such a wonderful festival, highlighting how the animation sector can fostering European and global collaboration and exchange.

As part of Ireland’s EU Presidency Programme in Greece, EU Ambassadors visited Chios and Oinousses from 16 -18 September...
23/09/2026

As part of Ireland’s EU Presidency Programme in Greece, EU Ambassadors visited Chios and Oinousses from 16 -18 September, where they explored Ireland's EU Presidency priorities through the unique maritime perspective of the North Aegean.

On Oinousses, the visit highlighted the island’s strategic role in shipping and navigation, its key position on the EU's external border, and its fascinating history.

Our thanks to the Mayor of Oinousses, Mr George Daniil, the municipality and local authorities, and former Mayor, Mr Evangelos Angelakos, for their warm welcome and hospitality.

Our thanks also to the Friends of Oinousses, and to the Secretary General of the Ministry of Maritime Affairs & Insular Policy, Mr Manolis Koutoulakis, for their insights.

As part of Ireland’s EU Presidency Programme in Greece, EU Ambassadors visited Chios and Oinousses from 16-18 September,...
23/09/2026

As part of Ireland’s EU Presidency Programme in Greece, EU Ambassadors visited Chios and Oinousses from 16-18 September, where they explored Ireland's EU Presidency priorities through the unique maritime perspective of the North Aegean.

In Chios, through engagements with local and regional government, civil society and academia, the visit highlighted the value of our shared culture and history, as well as the importance of our ongoing cooperation on innovation, sustainable development, maritime security and migration.

Our thanks to the Governor of the North Aegean Region, Mr Kostas Moutzouris, the Deputy Regional Governor of Chios, Mr Pantelis Vroulis, the Mayor of Chios, Mr Ioannis Malafis, and all local authorities and interlocutors for their warm welcome to the island.

Our thanks also to Mr and Mrs Prokopiou, and Mr and Mrs Vafias for their warm hospitality, as well as to Mr Manolis Vournous for his support with the visit.

This morning in Tirana, Ambassador Ciara O’Floinn addressed the 22nd meeting of the EU-Albania Stabilisation and Associa...
21/09/2026

This morning in Tirana, Ambassador Ciara O’Floinn addressed the 22nd meeting of the EU-Albania Stabilisation and Association Parliamentary Committee on behalf of the Irish Presidency of the Council of the EU.

Advancing EU enlargement is one of the priorities of our Presidency, and we look forward to Albania making further progress on its path towards EU membership.

Today, Ambassador O’Floinn was delighted to participate at the Athens launch of the festival programme for 2026.The Em...
14/09/2026

Today, Ambassador O’Floinn was delighted to participate at the Athens launch of the festival programme for 2026.

The Embassy, together with Culture Ireland and Animation Ireland, is delighted to support the festival’s special focus on the Irish animation industry.

Animation Ireland, as well as a number of leading figures and studios in the Irish animation industry, will be travelling to the island of Syros next week to take part.

Σήμερα, η πρέσβης O’Floinn είχε τη χαρά να συμμετάσχει στην παρουσίαση του προγράμματος του φεστιβάλ για το 2026, που πραγματοποιήθηκε στην Αθήνα.

Η Πρεσβεία, σε συνεργασία με το Culture Ireland και το Animation Ireland, είναι στην ευχάριστη θέση να υποστηρίξει την ειδική έμφαση που δίνει το φεστιβάλ στον ιρλανδικό κλάδο των κινουμένων σχεδίων.

Το Animation Ireland, καθώς και μια σειρά από εξέχουσες προσωπικότητες και εταιρίες παραγωγής του ιρλανδικού κλάδου των κινουμένων σχεδίων, θα μεταβούν στο νησί της Σύρου την επόμενη εβδομάδα για να συμμετάσχουν στο φεστιβάλ.

Futsal Fans in Athens! From 26 to 29 August, Doukas SAC will host the matches of the 6th Qualifying Group of the UEFA Fu...
25/08/2026

Futsal Fans in Athens!
From 26 to 29 August, Doukas SAC will host the matches of the 6th Qualifying Group of the UEFA Futsal Champions League in Daïs Sports Centre, Athens.

Teams from Ireland, Northern Ireland, England and Greece will take part. The Embassy will be cheering them on! ⚽

Ποδόσφαιρο Σάλας στην Αθήνα!
Από τις 26 έως τις 29 Αυγούστου, ο Αθλητικός Σύλλογος Εκπαιδευτηρίων Δούκα θα φιλοξενήσει τους αγώνες του 6ου Προκριματικού Ομίλου του UEFA Futsal Champions League στο Αθλητικό Κέντρο Δαΐς στην Αθήνα.

Θα συμμετάσχουν ομάδες από την Ιρλανδία, τη Βόρεια Ιρλανδία, την Αγγλία, και την Ελλάδα. Η Πρεσβεία θα είναι εκεί να τις εμψυχώνει! ⚽

A huge thank you to everyone who participated in our book giveaway! We loved seeing your enthusiasm and support!Congrat...
17/06/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who participated in our book giveaway! We loved seeing your enthusiasm and support!

Congratulations to our winners!

Please contact the Embassy directly to claim your prize.

Happy reading!

Ένα μεγάλο ευχαριστώ σε όλους όσοι συμμετείχαν στον διαγωνισμό μας! Χαρήκαμε πολύ με τον ενθουσιασμό και τη στήριξη σας.

Συγχαρητήρια στους νικητές μας!

Παρακαλούμε τους νικητές να επικοινωνήσουν απευθείας με την Πρεσβεία για να παραλάβετε το δώρο σας.

Καλή ανάγνωση!

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