Australian Ambassador Alison Duncan has been invested with the Order of the Christ Loving by His Eminence Archbishop Makarios of Australia during a solemn ceremony at the Australian Residence in Athens.
The honour recognises Ambassador Duncan’s distinguished service, generosity and commitment to strengthening the longstanding relationship between Greece and Australia, including her support for the Greek Australian community and its efforts to preserve its cultural heritage.
The ceremony brought together senior Greek government officials, Orthodox Church leaders and members of the diplomatic community.
Among the distinguished guests were His Grace Bishop Athinagoras of Canberra, His Grace Bishop Evmenios of Chora and Rev. Deacon Timothy Mavromatis.
Greek government representatives included Deputy Prime Minister Kostis Hatzidakis, Minister of Education and Religious Affairs Sofia Zacharaki, Minister of State Akis Skertsos and Deputy Foreign Minister Alexandra Papadopoulou.
Teresa Angelatou, Secretary General of the Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs, also attended, alongside German Ambassador Andreas Kindl, Women Act co-founder May Zanni and Alice Kokodis.
The occasion celebrated the enduring relationship between Greece and Australia, shaped by diplomatic cooperation, shared values and the contributions of the Greek Australian community.
For generations, Greek Australians have helped maintain the cultural, linguistic and religious connections between the two countries, strengthening the bonds between their communities.
The recognition of Ambassador Duncan highlights the importance of continued cooperation in preserving this shared heritage and fostering closer ties between Greece and Australia.
Source: Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia
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