Tsipras Finds Ally in Putin on Greek Ambition to Grow Energy Hub
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Russian President Vladimir Putin endorsed plans by Greece to enhance its role as an energy hub for Europe as the region seeks new sources of natural gas.
Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras outlined that vision in a meeting with Putin in Moscow on Wednesday. The two leaders raised the issue after the 28-nation European Union earlier this year backed a plan to tighten energy links among member states and reduce the bloc’s dependence on Russia.