The Hellenic Navy (HN) (Greek: Πολεμικό Ναυτικό, Polemikó Naftikó, abbreviated ΠΝ) is the naval force of Greece, part of the Greek Armed Forces. The modern Greek navy has its roots in the naval forces of various Aegean Islands, which fought in the Greek War of Independence. During the periods of monarchy (1833–1924 and 1936–1973) it was known as the Royal Navy (Βασιλικόν Ναυτικόν, Vasilikón Naftikón, abbreviated ΒΝ).The total displacement of all the navy's vessels is approximately 150,000 tons.The motto of the Hellenic Navy is "Μέγα το της Θαλάσσης Κράτος" from Thucydides' account of Pericles' oration on the eve of the Peloponnesian War. This has been roughly translated as "Great is the country that controls the sea". The Hellenic Navy's emblem consists of an anchor in front of a crossed Christian cross and trident, with the cross symbolizing Greek Orthodoxy, and the trident symbolizing Poseidon, the god of the sea in Greek mythology. Pericles' words are written across the top of the emblem. "The navy, as it represents a necessary weapon for Greece, should only be created for war and aim to victory."...............The Hellenic Merchant Marine refers to the Merchant Marine of Greece, engaged in commerce and transportation of goods and services universally. It consists of the merchant vessels owned by Greek civilians, flying either the Greek flag or a flag of convenience. Greece is a maritime nation by tradition, as shipping is arguably the oldest form of occupation of the Greeks and a key element of Greek economic activity since the ancient times. Nowadays, Greece has the largest merchant fleet in the world, which is the second largest contributor to the national economy after tourism and forms the backbone of world shipping. The Greek fleet flies a variety of flags, however some Greek shipowners gradually return to Greece following the changes to the legislative framework governing their operations and the improvement of infrastructure.

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Monday, April 12, 2010

India has expressed concerns about Pakistan . [ 905 ]

Indian PM expresses concerns over Pakistan to US

Manmohan Singh and Barack Obama

The two leaders had a 50-minute-long meeting

BBC, Monday, 12 April 2010 05:44 UK

Indian PM Manmohan Singh has expressed concerns about neighbouring Pakistan to US President Barack Obama ahead of a nuclear security summit in Washington.

Mr Singh told Mr Obama that Pakistan's government lacked the will to punish those responsible for the Mumbai attacks, Foreign Secretary N Rao said.

The November 2008 attacks left 174 people dead, including nine gunmen and soured ties between India and Pakistan.

Late last year, Pakistan charged seven people in connection with the attacks.

They include the suspected mastermind Zaki-ur-Rehman Lakhvi, who is alleged to head the Pakistan-based militant group Lashkar-e-Taiba.

In his 50-minute meeting with Mr Obama, Mr Singh spoke about the activities of Lashkar-e-Taiba and "also the fact that unfortunately there was no will on the part of the government of Pakistan to punish those responsible for the terrorist crimes in Mumbai," Ms Rao told reporters.

'State elements'

India put peace talks on hold after the attacks, blaming them on Pakistan-based militants. Pakistan admitted they had been partly planned on its soil.

India has also suggested what it calls "state elements" were involved. Both Pakistan and Lashkar-e-Taiba have denied any involvement.

In February, the two sides held their first formal talks since the 2008 attacks and agreed to "remain in touch".

Mr Singh and Mr Obama also discussed nuclear security and non-proliferation, Afghanistan, food security and reduction of poverty, reports said.

Mr Obama also met Pakistani Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani.

Mr Gilani "indicated his assurance that Pakistan takes nuclear security seriously and has appropriate safeguards in place," the White House said in a statement.

Leaders from 40 states are attending the meeting in Washington which is expected to focus on how to secure nuclear material.

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