European Commission appoints new Head of Representation in Athens
The European Commission has announced the transfer of Zacharias Giakoumis to lead its representation office in Greece, following a decision made on 22 July 2026.
By Europa Express22 Jul 2026 · 10:00 CETUpdated 22 Jul 2026 · 10:00 CET
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Core Briefing: European Commission appoints new Head of Representation in Athens
Strategic Context: The European Commission has announced the transfer of Zacharias Giakoumis to lead its representation office in Greece, following a decision made on 22 July 2026.
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The European Commission has confirmed the transfer of Zacharias Giakoumis to the role of Head of Representation in Athens. The decision, which the Commission described as being in the interest of the service, was formally announced in a press release issued on 22 July 2026.
This move marks a change in leadership for the Athens office, as the Commission continues to manage its representation duties across member states. The announcement provides no further details regarding the specific responsibilities of the appointment or the background of the incoming official.