In an international order dominated by hostility, distrust and negative stereotypes, dialogues across borders are a positive response. The conflict between Greece and Turkey is considered one of the most complex conflicts in Europe and, for decades, the bilateral strife has repeatedly led insecurity as well as periodic violence and war. Also, in this part of the world, the past weighs heavily on the present and what happened long ago may stand in the way of a peaceful future. As in other cross-border rivalries, we witness dynamic developments as new contentious issues emerge to complicate the agenda – even without concrete solutions for some of the past ones.

1. Trust Building. 2. Greek Turkish Relations. 3. Dialogue.