KUWAIT: The Greek Embassy in Kuwait inaugurated the "Alexander the Great" exhibition under the title "Building Bridges of Communication between East and West," in the presence of Minister of Commerce and Industry, Mazen Al-Nahedh and Greek Economic and Development Minister Adonis Georgiadis. The event also witnessed the participation of a large number of ambassadors, citizens and several art-lovers.

"Alexander the Great is one of the most important figures in history. He was able to change the world and create a new world and we feel his influence even today.  We always look back to the past to gain from it for the future. I am sure many people will still remember this event as one of the most significant events that has transformed the relationship between Kuwait and Greece," Georgiadis said.

KUWAIT: The exhibition titled ‘Alexander the Great: Building Bridges of Communication between East and West’ at the Greek Embassy in Kuwait. - KUNA photos

Greek Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Costas Fragkogiannis said: "The phrase 'Bridges of Communication between East and West' sums up it all. Kuwait is a wonderful partner not only because it is a bridge between East and West, but it is also a dear friend," he said.

"Failaka Island is the largest witness to the historical relations that brought the two countries together and their continuous friendship. The exhibition of Alexander the Great resonated well in various parts of the world," he said stressing that bilateral relations between Kuwait and Greece will continue to grow and develop in various fields, he stated.

Exhibits on display at ‘Alexander the Great’ exhibition under the title ‘Building Bridges of Communication between
East and West.

Greek Ambassador to Kuwait Konstantinos Piperigos said, "The aim of this exhibition is to acquaint Kuwaitis with the spirit of Alexander the Great, who and his companions established a naval base on Failaka Island, which is considered the beginning of Kuwait's history and the first form of cultural exchange between the two countries."

"The Greek antiquities that were discovered on Failaka Island decorate the National Museum in Kuwait and the excavations and research work are ongoing which give us hope to find new antiques," he said, adding that Failaka was the beginning of the expansion of Hellenistic civilization and values throughout the Gulf and beyond.