“The establishing of the International Greek Language Day World Day highlights the fundamental role Greek language has played over the centuries, contributing substantially to the consolidation of both European and world culture. The ancient Greek language formulated and transmitted important scientific theories, philosophical theories and literary texts. Over the centuries, its contribution as a means of preserving and spreading Greek culture has been decisive and survives to this day, in its newest version, as one of the longest living languages in the world”, Greek Ministry of Education.
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