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#Cyprus EU Presidency 2026

As of now, Cyprus holds the presidency of the Council of the European Union.
This presidency involves managing discussions and negotiations among EU member states on key policies, priorities, and legislative proposals. Cyprus is expected to focus on issues such as regional security, migration, the EU economy, and digital transformation. Additionally, it will likely seek to enhance cooperation within the EU framework to address challenges posed by global events and foster unity among member states.
image A tale of both porky and humble pies

A tale of both porky and humble pies
Cyprus hosted the informal meeting of EU leaders on April 23–24, an event that proved a notable success for President Nikos Christodoulides. Such gatherings are usually forgettable affairs, serving mainly as ...
By Loukis Skaliotis
image Cancelled EU meetings rescheduled

Cancelled EU meetings rescheduled
Cancelled EU informal ministerial councils, put on hold due to escalating tension in the Middle East that affected flights to and from the island, have been rescheduled. The informal telecommunication (...
By Rebekah Gregoriades
image Cyprus postpones further EU meetings

Cyprus postpones further EU meetings
Cyprus’ EU Presidency has postponed the informal council of ministers for European affairs, originally scheduled for March 2 and 3, as well as the informal council of culture, planned for March 5 and 6, ...
By Rebekah Gregoriades

Cyprus will focus on issues such as regional security, migration, the EU economy, and digital transformation. Additionally, it will seek to enhance cooperation within the EU framework to address challenges posed by global events and foster unity among member states.

This is the second time Cyprus holds the EU presidency, the first time being in the second half of 2012.