Proposals for Strengthening Consumer Rights by the Cypriot EU Presidency
January 18, 2026
The Cypriot presidency of the EU is expected to help shape strategies that benefit consumers. The European Consumer Organization has submitted a 40-page memorandum with proposals to improve consumer rights. It calls for the protection of compensation rights for flights and assurance of basic passenger rights. It also emphasizes the need for transparency and fairness in online booking. Protecting consumer privacy is crucial, especially concerning the development of artificial intelligence.