Latest Developments on the Eastern Mediterranean and IMEC Bill
January 21, 2026
The 'Eastern Mediterranean Gateway Act' focuses on enhancing U.S. energy and defense cooperation with Eastern Mediterranean countries, including Greece and Cyprus. The House International Affairs Committee has voted in favor of the bill, which is set to be presented to the plenary. It includes strategic projects such as the Greece-Egypt interconnection and the Greece-Bulgaria gas pipeline. Its goal is to elevate the Eastern Mediterranean as a strategic entry point to the IMEC corridor. The bill promotes regional cooperation and strengthening diplomatic ties.