EU enlargement a ‘geopolitical necessity’
The enlargement of the EU is a “geopolitical necessity highlighted by international developments”, Deputy Minister for European Affairs Marilena Raouna said on Tuesday, adding that this would be high on ...
European Council presidency ‘an opportunity for Cyprus to leave its mark’
Cyprus’ forthcoming term as the holder of the European Council’s rotating presidency in the first half of next year is “a unique opportunity for our country to leave its ...
Cypriot and Danish ministers discuss European Council presidency in Nicosia
Deputy Minister for European Affairs Marilena Raouna met with Danish Minister for European Affairs Marie Bjerre in Nicosia on Thursday. The meeting highlighted the ‘strong bilateral relations between Cyprus and ...
Poland outlines seven pillars for EU council presidency
Poland’s ambassador in Nicosia Marek Szczepanowski on Tuesday outlined the seven pillars of its country’s tenure as European Council president.
Speaking at an event at European Union House ...
Cyprus, EU officials discuss fisheries and 2026 EU presidency
Deputy Minister for European Affairs Marilena Raouna and the new European Commissioner for Fisheries and Oceans Costas Kadis exchanged views on agriculture and fisheries on Friday during a meeting in ...
Cyprus pushes for EU action over ‘volatile Syria’, eyes migrant returns
Deputy Minister for European Affairs Marilena Raouna on Tuesday said the EU should be at the forefront of actions to drive “stability and prosperity” in Syria, while she stressed Cyprus ...
Nicosia has ‘special symbolism’ for EU Council presidency
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 ...
‘UCY’s expertise will be utilised’ when Cyprus holds EU presidency
The University of Cyprus’ expertise “will be utilised” when Cyprus holds the European Council’s rotating presidency in 2026, European Affairs Deputy Minister Marilena Raouna said on Tuesday.
Speaking after a ...
Raouna heads to Luxembourg for EU meetings
Deputy Minister of European Affairs Marilena Raouna will be travelling to Luxembourg on Monday to participate in the European Union’s General Affairs Council meeting on Tuesday while on the ...
Govt ‘absolutely committed to promoting young people’s rights’
The government is “absolutely committed to promoting young people’s rights”, European Affairs Deputy Minister Marilena Raouna said on Saturday.
Speaking at a European youth parliament dialogue forum, she said ...
European affairs deputy minister meets Hungarian counterpart
European Affairs Deputy Minister Marilena Raouna on Tuesday met with Hungarian European Affairs Minister Janos Boka.
Boka made a one-day working visit to Cyprus and was treated by Raouna to ...