The new governor of the Mt Athos monastic community, retired general Alkiviadis Stefanis, formally assumed his duties on Wednesday in Karyes.
In a brief statement, the new civil administrator of the historic all-male community expressed appreciation for his welcome.
He added that his only purpose was "to serve the Mt Athos community and contribute to (its) continuation and increase of global prestige".
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