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Questions raised over U.S. ambassador’s official meetings with gas lobbyist in Greece

La Repubblica reports that U.S. diplomat Kimberly Guilfoyle allegedly promoted American liquefied natural gas in several European countries while accompanied by Christos Marafatsos, a lobbyist linked to the Greek group Aktor.

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What is happening

According to the report, the Wall Street Journal raised questions about Guilfoyle’s participation in official engagements alongside Marafatsos. The reports concern a possible overlap between diplomatic activities and commercial interests.

Why is it on the Radar?

The reported overlap has prompted scrutiny of whether diplomatic initiatives promoting U.S. liquefied natural gas were conducted alongside private-sector lobbying interests.

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