AHI Submits FY2027 Testimony to Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on U.S. Foreign Aid Priorities in the Eastern Mediterranean

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — American Hellenic Institute (AHI) President Nick Larigakis submitted written testimony today to the U.S. Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs regarding Fiscal Year 2027 foreign assistance priorities in the Eastern Mediterranean.

In his testimony, President Larigakis urged the Subcommittee to support robust funding for key programs that strengthen U.S. partnerships with Greece and the Republic of Cyprus, including International Military Education and Training (IMET), Foreign Military Financing (FMF), the European Recapitalization Incentive Program (ERIP), and the United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus (UNFICYP).

AHI also reiterated its opposition to any foreign assistance to Türkiye, aside from humanitarian aid in times of crisis, citing its continued actions that undermine U.S. interests, NATO cohesion, and regional stability.

The testimony underscores the strategic importance of Greece and the Republic of Cyprus as reliable democratic allies and highlights the growing significance of the U.S.-Greece-Cyprus-Israel “3+1” partnership in advancing security, energy diversification, and economic cooperation in the region.

“AHI’s recommendations are made in the best interests of the United States,” Larigakis said. “It is important that these positions are entered into the congressional record as policymakers consider Fiscal Year 2027 appropriations.”

To view AHI’s full written testimony, visit: Larigakis Testimony to Senate Appropriations SFOPS FY 2027