As Greece faced renewed international scrutiny over its financial crisis and the government’s decision to consider a national referendum, former Central Macedonia Governor Panagiotis Psomiadis shared his perspective during a visit to the Philadelphia area.
Psomiadis, who has close family ties to the local Greek community, spent several days meeting with community members and organizations while discussing the situation unfolding in Greece.
During his visit to the Pontian Society Akritai in Upper Darby, Psomiadis spoke about the country’s economic challenges and the political uncertainty surrounding the proposed referendum. Addressing members of the community during a dinner gathering, he reflected on the pressures facing Greece and the broader implications of the crisis.
Later that evening, Psomiadis briefly stopped by nearby St. Demetrios Church, where he met with parents and students as Greek school classes were concluding. He congratulated the community for continuing to support Greek language and education abroad.
His visit concluded with a stop at the Pontian Genocide monument in Upper Darby, honoring those lost in the historic homeland of Pontos.