WHAT IS 3+1 IN INTERNATIONAL POLITICS?

 A NEW FORCE IS RISING IN THE EAST MED. IT'S THE 3+1

In order to safeguard their interests, three countries are cooperating in the political economic and defense level in the East Mediterranean. 

These interests are: Defense against revisionist forces, safe continuation of large international projects and greater communication nand cooperation. 

In addition to Israel, Greece and Cyprus, the U.S. have joined in a group which aims to promote common economic, political and geostrategic interests, hence 3+1. 

In May 9 2022 the following statement was issued by the U.S. State Department:

"The foreign ministers of the Republic of Cyprus, Hellenic Republic, State of Israel plus the United States held a virtual meeting today to reaffirm their shared commitment to promoting peace, stability, and prosperity in the Eastern Mediterranean.  In a critical period for Europe, the United States, and the world, the Ministers reaffirmed their commitment to the 3+1 format and decided to intensify their cooperation in the areas of energy, economy, climate action, emergency preparedness, and counterterrorism, contributing to resilience, energy security, and interconnectivity in the region.  The 3+1 support additional initiatives such as the Negev Summit that promote cooperation in the region.  The Ministers condemned the recent horrific terror attacks against Israelis, including the May 5 terror attack in Elad.  The Ministers decided to develop a roadmap with tangible deliverables for the coming year, and to set the stage for a follow-on meeting before the end of 2022."

This has taken shape as U.S. oil exploration giants EXXON and CHEVRON are involved in hydrocarbon exploration South of Crete. Additionally as the possibility of greater conflict between Israel and Turkey is imminent, Israel is relying on friendly democracies for security and support in the East Mediterranean in Greece and Cyprus.

So what are the developments of the Area needing protection?

1.  Great Sea Interconnector. Previously known as Euro Asia Interconnector. The electric cable connecting Israel, Cyprus and Greece.
2.  India Middle East European Corridor. The new Trade Transport Corridor.
3. Soon to be re-incarnated East Med. The Hydrocarbon/Hydrogen transport pipeline.
4. International security conflicts. Areas where international security is in danger eg the Operation Shields in the Yemen area where Greece is currently operating along with its allies to protect Shipping.

                                                                         1. GSI

2. IMEC

3. EAST MED

4. Operation Shields

YOU CANNOT BE SERIOUS!

ARE GREECE'S FORTUNES ABOUT TO CHANGE?

Or as the Greeks say: "tha hestoume sto taliro"

Watch this video and you will be impressed.

Partial transcript

Kalarritis: What is your opinion about the deposits in the South of Crete?

Zelilis:  As announced by EDEY there are 40 or 50 reefs of which half are in the EXXON fields and half in the CHEVRON fields which means we could have 40 or 50 ZOR equivalent fields. My estimate is that the deposits are huge, I think they will be the largest deposits in the world and things will change for Greece.

Kalarritis: 40, 50 ZOR???

Zelilis: Yes

Kalarritis: The is nowhere else such large concentration of hydrocarbons.

Zelilis: For sure. This Mediterranean mountain produces hydrocarbons continuously. I think this Mountain produces oil too.

Kalarritis: This is very impressive. Now everything changes.

Zelilis: Of course. That's why there are delays. Because some are pressing to stop the exploration; once this is achieved Greece will not need any energy imports; it will only export. It will get a geostrategic advantage and it will become a strong power.

                                                                        ZOR: The gigantic  Egyptian field 

EDEY: Ελληνική Διαχειριστική Εταιρεία Υδρογονανθράκων και Ενεργειακών Πόρων Α.Ε

            Hellenic Administrative Company for Hydrocarbons and Energy 

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                      THEY ARE HUGE!👀