Energy Routes and the “War of the Cables”
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The Mediterranean has been transformed into the battlefield for the control of 21st-century energy and data. 💡 From the ambitious GREGY and EuroAfrica electrical interconnectors to the critical data cables that transmit 95% of the global internet, Greece is at the epicenter of the West-China geopolitical game.
🔎 Analysis of Critical Points & Greece’s Strategic Position In this analysis, we examine the two parallel battles that define the new balance:
1. The Battle for Energy:
GREGY & Interconnectors: Greece as an “energy bridge” between Europe (EU), Egypt, Cyprus, and Israel. How the EuroAsia and GREGY projects (transfer of clean energy) make Greece a critical factor in the EU’s energy security.
Tools of Power: Interconnectors are not just infrastructure, but tools of power that grant influence over markets.
2. The War of Data Cables:
Digital Maritime Silk Road: The Mediterranean is a natural passage for cables connecting Asia to Europe. Piraeus (via COSCO) acts as a strategic Chinese bridgehead in the heart of the EU for data and technology flows (Huawei Marine).
Digital Sovereignty: The US is blocking Chinese networks due to concerns over surveillance and national security, while the EU seeks strategic autonomy in networks and data centers (e.g., Microsoft in Attica).
Greece’s Double Challenge: Greece must capitalize on its geographical advantage (a hub for energy and information flows) without getting trapped in the West-China rivalries.
💬 Call to Action & Conclusion The cable war is being fought with investments and standards. Greece’s ability to play the role of arbitrator in this contest will determine its geoeconomic role.
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