On Tuesday, March 24, 2026, the NATO Rapid Deployable Corps – Greece Headquarters held a solemn and dignified ceremony to commemorate the Hellenic National Day, honoring the Greek War of Independence of 25 March 1821. The ceremony was officiated by the Commander of NRDC-GR, Lieutenant General Grigorios BOUNTLIAKIS, and attended by distinguished civil and military…
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On Friday, 6 March 2026, NATO Rapid Deployable Corps – Greece (NRDC-GR) held a ceremony to commemorate the Bulgarian National Day, underscoring the deep-rooted solidarity that defines the Alliance. The Commander of NRDC-GR, Lieutenant General Grigorios Bountliakis, welcomed distinguished guests, including the Bulgarian Consul General in Thessaloniki, Mr. Antov Markov, and the Consul General of…
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On Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026, the NATO Rapid Deployable Corps – Greece (NRDC-GR) personnel gathered at the Officers’ Club for the traditional cutting of the “Vasilopita,” a symbolic Greek custom to welcome the New Year. The Commander of NRDC-GR, Lieutenant General Grigorios BOUNTLIAKIS, led the ceremony, cutting the pie and offering his warmest wishes for health, prosperity,…
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A Change of Command Ceremony of the Supreme Military Command of Epirus and Macedonia (ASDIM) / NATO Rapid Deployable Corps – Greece (NRDC-GR) was held on Friday, 16 January, in Thessaloniki. The ceremony took place at the “Pedion Areos” Camp, where Lieutenant General (GRC A) Grigorios Boudliakis assumed command of the Headquarters (HQ) from Lieutenant…
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On Monday the 15th of December 2025, NATO Rapid Deployable Corps Greece (NRDC-GR) held an official ceremony on its premises for the celebration of Albania’s Independence Day. NRDC-GR Deputy Commander Major General (BGR A) Mitko Stefanov GRIGOROV, welcomed the Consul General of Albania in Thessaloniki, Mrs. Erida DOBRUSHI and the participating Consuls from Allied Contributing Nations,…
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On Friday the 12th of December 2025, NATO Rapid Deployable Corps – Greece (NRDC-GR) Staff members and their families enjoyed the Christmas tree lighting ceremony. During the event the Commander, Lieutenant General Athanasios GARINIS wished happy holidays to the personnel and their families and he offered gifts to the children on the occasion, while the Military Band was…
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On Friday the 7th of November 2025, NATO Rapid Deployable Corps Greece (NRDC-GR) held an official ceremony at its premises for the celebration of the Romanian National Day. NRDC-GR Deputy Commander MajorGenera Mitko GRIGOROV, welcomed the Romanian Consul General, Corina CRETU and Consuls from the Contributing Nations, who honored the event with their presence.
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On Wednesday the 5th of November 2025, NATO Rapid Deployable Corps Greece (NRDC-GR) held an official ceremony at its premises, for the celebration of the Polish Independence Day. NRDC-GR Commander Lieutenant General Athanasios GARINIS welcomed the Charge D’ Affairs a.i. Ambassador of the Republic of Poland Embassy in Greece (Athens), Mr. Wojciech PONIKIEWSKI and the…
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On Tuesday the 4th of November 2025, NATO Rapid Deployable Corps Greece (NRDC-GR) held an official ceremony at its premises for the celebration of the Italian National Unity and Armed Forces Day. NRDC-GR Commander Lieutenant General Athanasios GARINIS, welcomed the Honorary Consul of Italy, Mrs Georgia SARANTOPOULOU and Consuls from the Contributing Nations, who honored…
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On Friday 31th of October 2025, NATO Rapid Deployable Corps Greece (NRDC-GR) held an official ceremony on its premises for the celebration of the Turkish Republic Day. NRDC-GR Chief of Staff Major General Vasileios TSAMIS welcomed the Consul General of Türkiye, Mr. Serkan GEDIK and the participating Consuls from allied Contributing Nations, who honored the event with…
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