Preparation of Cyprus for the EU Council Presidency in 2026
October 30, 2025
Cyprus is fully prepared to take over the Presidency of the EU Council in the first half of 2026. The government views this mission as a national priority. President Christodoulides emphasized the importance of the preparations and the plan that has been developed. Priorities include security, support for Ukraine, and innovation. Cyprus aims to establish itself as a reliable European partner.