JOURNAL ARTICLE

Starmer Signals He Won't Block Deal to Return Parthenon Marbles.

  • Published In: Bloomberg.com, 2024. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Nikas, Sotiris; Wickham, Alex 3 of 3

Abstract

Prime Minister Keir Starmer indicated to Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis that the UK government would not oppose a potential agreement to return the Parthenon sculptures to Greece. The sculptures, also known as the Elgin Marbles, have been a point of contention between the two countries for over 200 years. While the British Museum Act of 1963 prohibits the museum from disposing of its collection, discussions have included the possibility of a long-term loan arrangement or exchange deal to address the issue. Mitsotakis has emphasized that Greece seeks the reunification of the Parthenon sculptures currently held in London, with the British government considering options for a resolution. [Extracted from the article]

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  • Source:Bloomberg.com. 2024/12, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2024
  • Accession Number:181287590
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