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Kristen Michal on EU Presidency: Let's Work for Security and Defence

Published January 2, 2026, 09:13
Kristen Michal on EU Presidency: Let's Work for Security and Defence

The Prime Minister of Estonia, Kaja Kallas, expressed her support for the Republic of Cyprus as it takes over the Presidency of the Council of the EU. In a post on 'X', she emphasized the need to strengthen European security and defence, as well as unwavering support for Ukraine. She also mentioned enhancing the EU's competitiveness and making progress on the next Multiannual Financial Framework. Kallas also thanked the Prime Minister of Denmark, Mette Frederiksen, for her leadership during the previous Presidency.