A series of reasonable questions arises about “Komvos”, prompted by the impressive number of founding members, the weighty names on the list, and the initiative itself, which is unusual by Greek standards. The following are the immediate and clear answers to these questions:

Q: What is the motivation behind this initiative?
A: The need to establish a reliable, supra-party platform that can be potentially useful in shaping a consensual national strategy, which includes the Greek diaspora and the broader cosmopolitan Hellenism, as well as developing innovative proposals with developmental and geostrategic content.

Q: Why now?
A: The recent 200th anniversary of the start of the War of Independence against the Ottoman Empire, with its symbolism, served as a particularly fitting moment for national reboot. Moreover, the current significant challenges and opportunities make this need even more urgent and the opportunity even more timely.

Q: What does the specific choice of the name “Komvos” mean?
A: The term “Komvos” is used with a dual meaning. Literally, it refers to the creation of well-structured, internationalized networks that enable the effective use of modern technologies. Metaphorically, it refers to the act of tying two ropes together, symbolizing the connection, protection, and strengthening of these parts. Specifically, the metaphorical use of the word “Komvos” evokes the concept of seamanship, a historically fundamental element of the Greek DNA.

Q: What is the strategic goal?
A: The creation of ad hoc networks of global Hellenism and their cooperation with other similar international, European, or regional networks to promote common actions that advance the international presence and influence of Hellenism.

Q: What will be the main activities of the organization, and on what criteria have they been shaped, and how have they been or will be selected?
The answers to this final question are summarized in the relevant section.