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President: Working Towards a More Autonomous, Competitive, and Prosperous EU

Published March 18, 2026, 20:07
President: Working Towards a More Autonomous, Competitive, and Prosperous EU

The President of the Republic, Nikos Christodoulides, stated that Cyprus is working towards a more autonomous, competitive, and prosperous European Union. He made this statement after the conclusion of the trilateral Social Summit in Brussels, where economic and social issues of the EU were discussed. The President emphasized the importance of social dialogue, strengthening competitiveness, maintaining strong social protection systems, and investing in the skills development of the workforce. He also mentioned the promotion of traineeships and support for retraining, as well as the revision of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund. Finally, he committed to continuing efforts for an EU that protects common values and creates a favorable environment for all citizens.