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Commission ready to work closely with Cypriot Presidency to deliver results for people, Minzatu says

Published January 13, 2026, 14:13
Commission ready to work closely with Cypriot Presidency to deliver results for people, Minzatu says

The European Commission has expressed its readiness to work closely with the Cypriot Presidency of the Council of the EU to deliver concrete results for people. Executive Vice-President for Social Rights and Skills, Roxana Mînzatu, met with Cypriot Deputy Minister of Social Welfare Clea Papaellina, where they discussed combating poverty and reinforcing child wellbeing. Minzatu referred to the EU’s comprehensive anti-poverty strategy and the strengthening of the Child Guarantee that she aims to deliver this year.