How important is it for Greeces economic future to boost trade and investment in southeast Europe?
Mr. Charilaos Goritsas: These are two separate issues. To begin with, it is obvious that the EU’s structural aid to Greece will diminish over time. Personally, I don’t think this is a problem. I think it is more important that the most developed nations help other less-developed nations by transferring know-how and skills rather than just financial aid. This could take place in a variety of areas from politics, to administrative capacity to technology. In Greece, in particular, we have very high defence expenses. The European Community agenda should consider both Greek & Turkish interests by assisting and furthering relations between our two nations which in time could lead to reduced Defence expenditures and the relevant reallocation of resources on both sides. This reallocation should be used to advance the development of our countries. The increase of trade is also a form of aid. We must increase our trade with all our partners. P.M. Communications: Within a radius of 1000 km there
