A Night of Greek Spirit, Diplomatic Relations, and Cultural Connection
On the occasion of National Day, the Embassy of the Hellenic Republic in Montenegro hosted a formal reception on March 25th at the Hilton Hotel in Podgorica. The event gathered numerous guests from the diplomatic corps, Montenegrin institutions, representatives of international organizations, the business community, culture, and the media.
Greece’s National Day is celebrated in remembrance of March 25th, 1821, when the struggle for liberation from decades-long Ottoman rule began, lead38 ing to the establishment of the modern Greek state. This date holds special significance in the collective memory of the Greek people and symbolizes the fight for freedom, unity, and national identity. In his first official address in Podgorica, the Ambassador of Hellenic Republic to Montenegro, H.E. Dimitrios Gioldassis, highlighted the excellent bilateral relations between the two countries, reflected through political dialogue, economic cooperation, and cultural ties. He announced the establishment of direct flights between Athens and Podgorica, as well as continued strong support for Montenegro on its path toward EU membership. The ambassador recalled the significance of the Greek Revolution of 1821, whose universal messages of freedom and resistance continue to inspire today. He paid special tribute to the Montenegrin hero Vaso Brajović (Vaso Mavrovouniotis) – a symbol of friendship between the two nations. He thanked the event’s partners and sponsors, as well as his colleagues at the Embassy, concluding his speech with a wish for the further strengthening of Greek-Montenegrin relations.
Throughout the evening, guests had the opportunity to enjoy authentic Greek cuisine and melodies, which further enhanced the atmosphere by evoking the spirit of the Mediterranean. The reception served as an opportunity to strengthen diplomatic and cultural ties and reaffirm mutual respect and partnership between Greece and Montenegro.
In an atmosphere of mutual understanding and friendship, another important date on the Greek calendar was commemorated – one that celebrates freedom, identity, and the enduring strength of a people to shape their own destiny