| On 1 January 2026, Cyprus assumes the EU presidency for the second time. The handover comes at a crucial moment with U.S. President Donald Trump is challenging Europe’s sovereignty on Ukraine, trade and digital policy, Gaza lies in ruins, and the economy remains under severe pressure. Migration, defense, enlargement and competitiveness are high on the agenda. API and the International Press Center Residence Palace invite journalists to an API Hour with: H.E. Ambassador Christina Rafti, Permanent Representative of Cyprus to the EU.When: Friday, 12 December 2025, 16:00–17:00Where: International Press Center Residence Palace, Rue de la Loi 155 – Polak Room, ground floorEU accredited correspondents only are asked to register via tinyurl.com/apihour before 11 December. This invitation is strictly personal Celebrate 30 Years of EBS on 12 December at 14:00 in the press bar of the Berlaymont building. For three decades, EBS has been a key tool for colleagues. You can meet the team, share memories, and pitch ideas all before the Api Hour on the other side of the road at 4pm. RSVP at COMM-A4@ec.europa.eu |
Last modified: 12 December 2025
