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Cyprus Takes Over EU Presidency: Ceremonies and Traffic Arrangements

Published January 7, 2026, 05:09
Cyprus Takes Over EU Presidency: Ceremonies and Traffic Arrangements

Cyprus is preparing to assume the Presidency of the European Union with an official ceremony at the Central Stage of the Cyprus Theatre Organisation. The ceremony will be attended by prominent figures such as the President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen, the President of the European Council Antonio Costa, as well as the Presidents of Ukraine, Moldova, Iraq, and Lebanon. The President of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, described the assumption of the Presidency as a “moment of pride” and expressed his confidence that Cyprus will meet the challenges. The ceremony will include speeches and a multi-layered artistic performance entitled “MEMORY – PRESENT – META”, directed by Kostas Silvestros, which will highlight the history and culture of Cyprus as part of European culture. The performance will combine various art forms, such as music, dance, theatre, image, poetry, and digital technologies. Following the ceremony, President Christodoulides will host a formal dinner for the heads of the 14 official delegations at the Leventis Municipal Museum of Nicosia. Simultaneously, joint meetings are scheduled, including one with the President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the President of the European Council Antonio Costa, and the President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen. Furthermore, President Christodoulides will hold bilateral meetings with the President of the European Council to discuss the coordination of work on European priorities and the strengthening of Europe's strategic autonomy, security, and resilience. The ceremony will be broadcast live on RIK1, RIK HD, and EBS. Due to the events, traffic arrangements and road closures are planned in Nicosia.

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