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Cyprus Prioritizes EU Autonomy and Sustainable Fisheries During Presidency

Published January 27, 2026, 13:01
Cyprus Prioritizes EU Autonomy and Sustainable Fisheries During Presidency

The Minister of Agriculture, Maria Panagiotou, presented the priorities of the Cypriot Presidency of the Council of the EU to the European Parliament's Fisheries Committee. She emphasized the need for a more autonomous, resilient, and competitive European Union, with sustainability, food security, and strategic autonomy as key pillars. The Minister highlighted the importance of strengthening the competitiveness and resilience of European fisheries and agriculture sectors, taking into account the challenges of climate change and geopolitical instability. She underscored the need for close cooperation between EU institutions to achieve tangible results.