The Minister of National Defence Mr. Nikolaos Panagiotopoulos had a phone call communication with the Italian Minister of Defence Mr. Lorenzo Guerini, with whom he discussed matters of bilateral cooperation and the security and stability challenges in the wider region of the East Mediterranean.

They specifically underlined the importance of respecting International Law and the principle of good neighbourliness and they discussed the cooperation initiatives to enhance stability in the region.

They also highlighted the role of the EU Operation IRINI and its contribution to implementing the UN SC resolution on arms embargo in Libya.

They agreed to exchange visits in Athens and Rome respectively, to further promote the cooperation in the field of defence.