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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio will travel to Iceland, Greece and Portugal next week as Washington seeks to strengthen economic, security and diplomatic cooperation with key European partners.
The State Department said Thursday that Rubio’s European trip will run from October 5 through October 8, with stops in Reykjavik, Athens and Lisbon. The discussions are expected to cover economic ties, defense cooperation, regional security and technology partnerships.
Rubio will begin the trip in Reykjavik, where he is scheduled to meet Icelandic officials. According to the State Department, the talks will focus on expanding U.S.-Iceland economic and security collaboration. Iceland is a NATO member and maintains close defense and diplomatic ties with Washington.
The U.S. secretary of state will then travel to Athens, where he will lead the American delegation at the sixth session of the U.S.-Greece Strategic Dialogue. The high-level diplomatic forum provides Washington and Athens with an opportunity to discuss ways to deepen cooperation across several areas.
Defense, energy and regional security will be among the main issues on the agenda during Rubio’s visit to Greece. The strategic dialogue also serves as a broader framework for strengthening bilateral relations between the United States and Greece.
Rubio will conclude his October 5-8 European tour in Lisbon. During meetings with Portuguese officials, the secretary of state is expected to discuss measures aimed at advancing cooperation in defense, economic affairs and technology.
The three-country trip highlights Washington’s continued diplomatic engagement with European allies as the United States works to expand cooperation on economic and security priorities. Rubio’s meetings will also provide an opportunity for U.S. officials and their European counterparts to coordinate on regional issues and reinforce bilateral relationships.
The State Department announcement comes as the United States continues to emphasize cooperation with NATO partners and other European allies across defense, energy, technology and economic policy.
