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Presidential Address: 2026 Will Be a “Milestone” Year

Published December 31, 2025, 18:10
Presidential Address: 2026 Will Be a “Milestone” Year

The President of the Republic of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, in a New Year's message, referred to the assumption of the EU Presidency in 2026, characterizing it as a historic milestone and national mission. He highlighted the achievements of 2025 in the economy and society, as well as Cyprus's steady European and Western course. He reiterated the highest priority for a solution and reunification of Cyprus, based on UN resolutions, convergences and EU principles. He pledged to continue efforts to restart negotiations from where they were interrupted in 2017, mentioning the reactivation of the international community with the appointment of special envoys. The President assured that Cyprus will continue to move forward with responsibility and confidence, both internally and externally.