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Cyprus' first-half 2026 EU Council presidency

Cyprus' EU Council presidency beginning in January 2026 and its June closing assessment.

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  1. Ursula von der Leyen
    Von der Leyen

    European Union

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    “I look forward to working together to boost Europe’s preparedness and competitiveness.”

    Von der Leyen welcomes the start of the Cyprus EU Council Presidency and highlights the focus on strengthening Europe's autonomy.

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    Καλωσόρισες, @cy2026eu.bsky.social! Cyprus’ EU Council Presidency begins at a pivotal moment for Europe. And so its focus on strengthening Europe’s autonomy couldn’t be more important. I look forward to working together to boost Europe’s preparedness and competitiveness.

    On cooperation to boost Europe's preparedness and competitiveness.

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  2. Ursula von der Leyen
    Von der Leyen

    European Union

    Statement summary

    Von der Leyen pledges cooperation with Cyprus to strengthen European autonomy and competitiveness

    Von der Leyen praises Cyprus's combination of tradition and innovation and pledges cooperation to strengthen European autonomy and preparedness and competitiveness.

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    Cyprus captures what is best about Europe. Our ability to combine tradition with innovation. Drawing strength from history as we shape the future. Together with @cy2026eu.bsky.social, we will work to boost Europe’s autonomy, preparedness and competitiveness. → link.europa.eu/9bchdD

    BlueskyFull record
  3. Ursula von der Leyen
    Von der Leyen

    European Union

    Statement summary

    Von der Leyen calls for stronger European independence across defence and competitiveness

    Von der Leyen calls for stronger defence and competitiveness and partner ties and pledges cooperation to combat illegal migration.

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    This is Europe’s independence moment. We must seize it. By bolstering our defence. Becoming more competitive. Strengthening ties with partners. And taking forward our work to combat illegal migration. We will work closely with @cy2026eu.bsky.social on this. → link.europa.eu/nTQQRN

    BlueskyFull record
  4. Ursula von der Leyen
    Von der Leyen

    European Union

    Statement summary

    Von der Leyen praises Cyprus for a successful presidency advancing competitiveness and enlargement

    Von der Leyen praises the Cypriot presidency as a real success and notes it drove forward the EU agenda on competitiveness and enlargement.

    Source excerpt

    Congratulations and Ευχαριστώ dear Nikos Christodoulides. The Cypriot presidency was a real success. You drove forward our EU agenda, from competitiveness to enlargement. Abroad, you built bridges with our partners in the Middle East at a crucial moment.

    BlueskyFull record
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