US Senate committee approves Eastern Mediterranean Gateway Act

The United States Senate Committee on Foreign Relations has approved the Eastern Mediterranean Gateway Act. This legislation has previously received approval from the House Committee on Foreign Affairs and is now eligible for a vote in the plenary sessions of both chambers of Congress. The primary objective of the bill is to establish the Eastern Mediterranean as a central pillar of United States foreign policy. It aims to integrate the region as a strategic link within the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC). The act mandates increased coordination among relevant federal agencies and requires regular progress reports to Congress. Its broader purpose is to support energy diversification, strengthen supply chain resilience, and bolster the strategic presence of the United States in the region. The initiative underscores Washington's commitment to developing the Eastern Mediterranean as a vital hub connecting Europe, the Middle East, and India.