Bipartisan group of US lawmakers urges support for Great Sea Interconnector

On August 12, 2026, a bipartisan group of US lawmakers led by Democrat Brad Schneider and Republican Gus Bilirakis addressed a formal letter to US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and the head of the US International Development Finance Corporation, Benjamin Black. The correspondence urges the Trump administration to prioritize and support the Great Sea Interconnector (GSI), an electricity link connecting Greece, Cyprus, and Israel.

The lawmakers, joined by four other members of the House of Representatives, argue that the GSI is a critical component of the broader India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC). They emphasize that the Eastern Mediterranean is evolving into a vital hub for energy security and regional connectivity. The initiative aims to strengthen US allies, diversify energy routes, and offer a transparent alternative to projects backed by geopolitical competitors.

Beyond requesting project prioritization, the signatories have demanded classified briefings from officials regarding the specific geopolitical challenges facing the project's completion. The group asserts that the successful implementation of this infrastructure is in the direct strategic interest of the United States, as it promotes stability and deepens integration between Europe, the Middle East, and India.