Athens News Agency: News in English, 05-06-27

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From: The Athens News Agency at <http://www.ana.gr/>

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[01] US ambassador to Greece meets with officials in Thessaly

[01] US ambassador to Greece meets with officials in Thessaly

In Larissa, Ries met with Fotios Goupas, Secretary General of Thessaly, Loukas Katsaros, Regional Prefect and with Mayor Kostas Tzanakoulis.

Commenting on Thessaly's agricultural wealth, he said: "Greece's agricultural heartland, and the modern farming methods I have seen here, are impressive. There are good prospects for fruitful collaboration with American seed and technology companies as Greece improves its international competitiveness in the food sector."

Ries was also briefed by Commander Lt. General Ioannis Yiagos during his visit to the Hellenic Tactical Air Force. Yiagos briefed Ries on the HTAF's organisation and mission.

At a lunch hosted by Yiagos in the ambassador's honour, Ries was able to meet with additional military and civilian officials, as well as with representatives of Greek-American organisations.

After lunch, he visited the international school in Tirnavos and the NATO Combined Air Operations Centre 7. He expressed appreciation for Greek contributions to NATO, particularly the recent announcement that Hellenic Air Force C-130s will participate in the NATO mission to support the African Union's efforts in Darfur.

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