Nicosia has a “special symbolism” for Cyprus’ forthcoming presidency of the European Council, European Affairs Deputy Minister Marilena Raouna said on Friday.
Speaking after a meeting with Nicosia mayor Charalambos Prountzos, she said, “Nicosia, as the capital of Cyprus, as the last divided and under occupation capital in the European Union, has a special role to play and a special symbolism.”
Cyprus will hold the European Council’s rotating presidency during the first half of 2026.