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Cypriot EU Presidency Priorities for Shipping

Published January 9, 2026, 05:18
Cypriot EU Presidency Priorities for Shipping

The Cyprus Union of Shipowners met with the President of the Republic, Nikos Christodoulides, to discuss the priorities of the Cypriot EU Council Presidency in the field of shipping. The discussion focused on highlighting the strategic importance of shipping for the EU, both in terms of supply chain resilience and economic growth and competitiveness. The need to strengthen the institutional and international presence of Cypriot shipping was emphasized. The presidency aims to promote a realistic approach to decarbonizing shipping, taking into account the positions of major maritime powers such as the United States and China. The discussion highlighted the importance of maintaining the technical nature of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and avoiding its transformation into a mechanism for global fiscal redistribution. The Cypriot Presidency seeks to ensure that regulations are technically feasible and take into account the concerns of all parties involved. Overall, the meeting reaffirmed the Cypriot EU Presidency's commitment to supporting and promoting the interests of shipping, recognizing its critical role in the European economy and global trade activity.

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