Supporting the scope and objectives of Greece’s Presidency of the Council of the European Union.

supports the scope and objectives of Greece's Presidency of the Council of the European Union;

encourages the continuation of United States–European Union trade and investment negotiations that will benefit both United States and European workers alike;

promotes increased transatlantic exchanges and dialogue to further benefit from existing cultural ties and research and development partnerships, in the maritime area where a transatlantic research alliance could underpin the development of the strong growth and jobs potential of shared ocean resources, a so-called blue growth strategy;

affirms the strong bonds and common values between the United States and Greece; and

acknowledges the lasting contributions of Greek-Americans to the United States.