Cyprus in Brazil

Embassy of the Republic of Cyprus in Brazil

[Cyprus in Brazil @CyprusinBrazil]

@CyprusMFA

[Cyprus MFA @CyprusMFA]

Heartfelt wishes to @nestrangeiro_pt and the people of #Portugal on the occasion of 🇵🇹 National Day!

@CyprusinPT

[Permanent Representation of Cyprus to the EU @CyprusinEU]

📍Limassol ~ Informal Meeting of EU Foreign Ministers (Gymnich) underway

Foreign Minister @CKombos and High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy @kajakallas co-chair discussions on:
🔹 Current and regional developments, with the participation of two distinguished guests from India, @DrSJaishankar and Saudi Arabia @FaisalbinFarhan
🔹 Ukraine
🔹 Strategic initiatives on security and defence matters, including preparations for the new European Security Strategy.

#CY2026EU 🇨🇾🇪🇺

[Permanent Representation of Cyprus to the EU @CyprusinEU]

Today, the Cyprus Presidency proudly held the inaugural meeting of the Ad Hoc Working Party for the drafting of Montenegro’s Accession Treaty — a landmark milestone in Montenegro’s EU accession journey.

This important step sends a strong and positive message that enlargement remains a credible and forward-looking priority, and that the European future of the Western Balkans is advancing steadily.

@marilena_raouna

[Permanent Representation of Cyprus to the EU @CyprusinEU]

📍Lefkosia ~ Informal meeting of Agriculture Ministers

🇨🇾 Minister Panayiotou chairs today's discussions on agriculture risk management and possible solutions for addressing the growing risks facing the agricultural sector.

#CY2026EU

[Permanent Representation of Cyprus to the EU @CyprusinEU]

🌲The Council adopted new rules on Forest Reproductive Material (FRM) in the EU.

The new rules will:
👉Improve quality, availability and traceability of seeds and plants
👉Strengthen forest resilience to climate change, pests and diseases
👉Promote biodiversity and sustainable forest management

Read more: https://t.co/egtrDq4oio

[Permanent Representation of Cyprus to the EU @CyprusinEU]

🌱Today, the Council adopted new rules on New Genomic Techniques (NGTs).

Key priorities:
👉Boost sustainable, competitive EU food systems and food security
👉Support innovation and development of more resilient, climate-adapted crops
👉Maintain high standards for health, safety and environment

Read more: https://t.co/T5t9WDQj10

[Permanent Representation of Cyprus to the EU @CyprusinEU]

📍 Cyprus ~ Informal meeting of EU Heads of State or Government on 23-24 April

Hosted by @PresidentCYP @Christodulides and chaired by @eucopresident António Costa, the meeting will focus on:
🔸 Europe’s response to a challenging geopolitical environment
🔸 the Multiannual Financial Framework 2028–2034

On 24 April, EU leaders will be joined by key regional partners, Egypt 🇪🇬, Lebanon 🇱🇧, Syria 🇸🇾, Jordan 🇯🇴, and the Gulf Cooperation Council, to discuss the situation in the Middle East, shared challenges and emerging opportunities for cooperation.

#CY2026EU

[Permanent Representation of Cyprus to the EU @CyprusinEU]

📌 DEAL

The Council and @Europarl_EN just reached a provisional agreement on modernised rules on the coordination of the social security systems.

The revision aims to make the rules:
✅ Clearer
✅ Fairer
✅ Simpler to enforce

Read more 👉 https://t.co/m726Rh917a

[Permanent Representation of Cyprus to the EU @CyprusinEU]

The Council adopted today the 20th package of sanctions against Russia, in response to the escalating war of aggression against Ukraine.

The Cyprus Presidency continues to advance the Union’s support for Ukraine’s efforts for a just and lasting peace. 🇺🇦

#Ukraine

[Permanent Representation of Cyprus to the EU @CyprusinEU]

🎙️ Finance Minister Makis Keravnos on today’s adoption.

The EU remains steadfast in its support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Loan disbursements will start flowing as soon as possible, providing vital support for Ukraine’s most pressing budgetary needs.

Read more 👉 https://t.co/jEBJW9iZZl

[Permanent Representation of Cyprus to the EU @CyprusinEU]

Today, the Council formally adopted the final piece of legislation underpinning a €90 billion EU loan to Ukraine. 🇺🇦

The Cyprus Presidency has worked tirelessly to ensure that all elements needed for the loan are now in place.

The support loan will help finance Ukraine’s urgent budgetary and defence needs in 2026 and 2027.

#Ukraine

[Permanent Representation of Cyprus to the EU @CyprusinEU]

🇪🇺 Tourism Ministers will gather in Lefkosia tomorrow for an informal meeting under the #CY2026EU Presidency.

Discussions will focus on the forthcoming European Sustainable Tourism Strategy, as well as on strengthening SMEs, exploring pathways to enhance resilience, accelerate digitalisation, and advance the green transition.

🔗 More about the meeting 👉 https://t.co/2LclenuOv9

[Cyprus in Brazil @CyprusinBrazil]

O heroísmo desses combatentes permanece como um símbolo universal de resistência e um exemplo luminoso de dignidade, lembrando-nos da força daqueles que se recusam a curvar a cabeça diante da injustiça.

[Cyprus in Brazil @CyprusinBrazil]

É um dia de memória e profunda honra àqueles que, movidos pela vontade inabalável e pelo amor à liberdade, desafiaram impérios e superaram os limites humanos para lutar contra a opressão.

[Cyprus in Brazil @CyprusinBrazil]

Hoje celebramos os 71 anos do início da luta de libertação nacional da EOKA (1955–1959), um marco de coragem e sacrifício na história de Chipre.

[Cyprus MFA @CyprusMFA]

Σήμερα τιμούμε την Εθνική Επέτειο της 25ης Μαρτίου 1821.

Ο αγώνας σύσσωμου του Ελληνισμού για Ελευθερία μας δείχνει τον δρόμο του χρέους και του καθήκοντος για απελευθέρωση και επανένωση με απαλλαγή από την τουρκική κατοχή.

Χρόνια Πολλά σε όλες τις Ελληνίδες και τους Έλληνες, Χρόνια Πολλά 🇬🇷

[Προεδρία της ΚΔ @CYpresidency]

«Χαῖρε, ὦ χαῖρε, Ἐλευθεριά»!

Χρόνια Πολλά στον απανταχού Ελληνισμό!
Χρόνια Πολλά Ελλάδα! 🇬🇷