DEEPENING THE US-GREECE PARTNERSHIP IN THE 21ST CENTURY: COMMON CHALLENGES AND SHARED WORLDVIEW MAKE THE BEST FRIENDS

Authors : Nikolaos Stelgias

Pages : 156-181

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Publication Date : 2024-09-02

Article Type : Review Paper

Abstract :This paper explores the evolving alliance between the United States and Greece in the 21st century, highlighting how shared challenges, interdependence, and a common worldview have strengthened their partnership. The study employs a multifaceted theoretical framework, integrating Realism, Liberalism, and Constructivism, to analyze the alliance’s development from its Cold War origins to its contemporary shape and growing significance amidst geopolitical shifts in the Eastern Mediterranean. It examines strategic imperatives driving cooperation, including security concerns regarding Russia and Türkiye, and the role of NATO and European Union membership in fostering trust and collaboration. Additionally, the study delves into the evolving identities and perceptions that shape the partnership, emphasizing Greece’s position as a stabilizing force in a volatile region. By addressing key questions about the motivations and implications of this alliance, the study provides valuable insights for policymakers and scholars, contributing to the discourse on regional security and the dynamics of international partnerships in a complex geopolitical landscape.
Keywords : Amerika Birleşik Devletleri, Yunanistan, Doğu Akdeniz