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He congratulated the exhibition for its outstanding presentation and extended his compliments to FORUM for the impeccable organization, highlighting the importance and excellent image of HORECA 2026.<\/p>\n<p>Next, <strong>Mr. Dionysis Kalamatianos, Member of Parliament for Ilia and Secretary of the Parliamentary Group of SYRIZA<\/strong>, addressed the audience, expressing his honor and pleasure to be present. 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