In 2013 Valinakis was honored by the European Commission with Jean Monnet Programme Chair ad Personam, in 1995 with the Jean Monnet Chair in European Diplomacy and in 2000 and in 2010 with the Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence.
The text describes Valinakis's recognition by the European Commission through various Jean Monnet awards, highlighting his significant contributions to European studies and diplomacy.