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President Christodoulides Presents Cypriot EU Presidency Priorities in Strasbourg

Published January 20, 2026, 07:04
President Christodoulides Presents Cypriot EU Presidency Priorities in Strasbourg

The President of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, is presenting the priorities of the Cypriot EU Council Presidency today at the European Parliament in Strasbourg. He will meet with the President of the European Parliament, Roberta Metsola, followed by a joint press conference. The presentation will focus on strengthening Europe's strategic autonomy, resilience, and competitiveness, as well as the need for respect for international law and European values. Particular emphasis will be placed on Cyprus's role as a bridge between the EU and the Eastern Mediterranean and the Middle East, proposing a more active European presence in the region.