Kyriakos Mitsotakis: The Parthenon Sculptures are a matter of global cultural heritage
The Prime Minister of Greece, Kyriakos Mitsotakis, has brought the issue of the return of the Parthenon Sculptures back to the forefront. In recent statements, he emphasized that this matter does not concern only Greece, but is an issue that affects all of Europe and the world.
The Parthenon Sculptures have been in the British Museum in London for decades. The Greek government consistently maintains that these works must return to Athens to be exhibited in the Acropolis Museum, next to the monument from which they were removed.
According to Mr. Mitsotakis, the reunification of the Sculptures is essential for the completion of the image of the Parthenon. The Prime Minister underlined that cultural heritage must be protected and presented in its natural environment, thereby strengthening respect for history and European civilization.
The Greek side continues its diplomatic efforts and discussions with the British side. The goal is to find a mutually acceptable solution that will allow the Sculptures to return to Greece, satisfying a request supported by many organizations and citizens internationally.
The issue remains high on the country's foreign policy agenda. The government declares itself determined to continue the dialogue, with the hope that in the future these significant archaeological findings will once again find their place under the Attic sky.