A long-awaited draft bill allowing Greek citizens living abroad to vote in Greek general elections from their country of residence was tabled in parliament yesterday. In order to become law, the bill requires a two-thirds majority, or a vote by 200 of parliament's 300 MPs.

Young adults from the Youth network of the Federation of Hellenic Societies in Germany will visit the European Parliament on Monday, February 23rd.

An event promoting the benefit of Cretan cuisine was held successfully on February 16th at "Minoa" restaurant in Munich, Germany.

The Greek Language Center opened its doors to the public in Thessaloniki yesterday at the SAE (Council for Hellenes Abroad) offices following an initiative of the council.

The work of Academician George Lavvas will be presented by Academician Vasileios Petrakos and Professor Michalis Meimaris during a public session that will be held at the Eastern Hall of the Academy of Athens on Tuesday, February 24th 2009 at 19:00.