Athanasios Athans

Head of Press @EU_Commission Representation @EUCYPRUS Private pilot - Views my own - RT ≠ endorsement. Long Live Europe

[Athanasios Athans @aathans]

Never again will our future depend on Russian energy - state of play:

[Dan Jørgensen @DanJoergensen]

Four years ago, Europe made a historic choice with #REPowerEU: never again would our security, economy, or future depend on Russian energy.

In just four years, the EU sharply reduced its reliance on Russian fossil fuels — something many thought impossible. 🇪🇺
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[Costas Kadis @CostasKadis]

Pleased to meet with 🇱🇹 Minister Andrius Palionis to discuss #Lithuania’s fishing and Aquaculture sectors as well as EU fisheries policy and upcoming simplification initiatives.

From #OceanEye to #Vision2040 for fisheries and aquaculture, we’re working to ensure science, sustainability, and fairness guide our policies, while the next EU budget offers new opportunities.
The Baltic’s strength lies in its coastal communities, and the @EU_Commission is here to support them. 🇪🇺

[Costas Kadis @CostasKadis]

Lively exchange with 🇱🇹 fishers, scientists, and aquaculture leaders to discuss the future of the Baltic and the challenges we must tackle together.

From #Vision2040 to #EMFAF funding, we are using the tools at our disposal and developing new ones to ensure fisheries and aquaculture remain sustainable and profitable.

Thank you to the representatives of the sector for sharing their experiences with me. Lithuania’s voice is vital as we shape a future where our oceans and those who depend on them thrive. 🌊

[Athanasios Athans @aathans]

Glædelig Grundlovsdag! 🇩🇰🇪🇺

[Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen]

Solidaritate cu România!

One week after a drone crashed into an apartment building in Galați, a maritime drone today reached the port of Constanța.

This is a direct consequence of Russia’s war against Ukraine.

It is increasingly becoming a direct threat to countries on our Eastern border.

Our solidarity with every Member State exposed to these threats is absolute.

And our response must match the urgency.

Europe is investing massively in anti-drone capabilities, air defence and early warning systems.

SAFE will help build a stronger Romania.

And a stronger Europe.

[Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen]

I spoke with @NikolPashinyan about Russia’s recent restrictions targeting Armenia.

This is nothing short of economic coercion, and it is unacceptable.

Europe stands firmly with Armenia. We are preparing a support package.

Read-out ↓
https://t.co/T2GbWCphwV

[Paula Pinho @Pinhopau]

Today I met @NuursViews, my counterpart as spokesperson to the chairperson of the @_AfricanUnion Commission.

This shows the depth of our European-African partnership.

All the way to our press services!

Thank you for the visit, Nuur.

[European Commission in Cyprus @EUCYPRUS]

Europe's strength lies in its people!💙🇪🇺

Thank you to everyone who joined us in Larnaca to celebrate Europe Day 2026. Watch highlights from the day here.

#EuropeDay

[Costas Kadis @CostasKadis]

Constructive exchange with @BronisRopeLT and 🇱🇹 @LRSeimas Committee on Rural Affairs and Committee on Environment Protection to discuss how EU ocean and fisheries policies can support Baltic coastal communities.

I provided updates on the newly adopted #OceanEye, the upcoming #OceanAct, and the Coastal Communities Strategy, with which we are investing in resilience, skills, and a diversified blue economy.

Lithuania’s contribution is key as we shape Europe’s oceans to be sustainable, competitive, and fair for all. 🌊

[Costas Kadis @CostasKadis]

Great visit to 🇱🇹 companies FishNet and Arvydai, where I had the opportunity to see how innovation is transforming aquaculture.🐟

With over 70% of seafood consumed in the EU being imported, expanding sustainable EU aquaculture is key. Lithuania’s plan to double output by 2030 shows the way forward.

#EMFAF funds can accelerate modernisation, while #Vision2040 will guide long-term growth. From energy efficiency to market access, we’re working to ensure Lithuania’s aquaculture thrives.

[Dan Jørgensen @DanJoergensen]

AI and digital tools are changing how we live, how we work, and how we use our energy.
Our roadmap addresses both challenges and opportunities of digitalisation & energy.
Because there can be no digital sovereignty without energy sovereignty.
My remarks https://t.co/ThNOid4aVR

[stalo Papanastasiou @staloPapanastas]

.@CostasKadis EU launches OceanEye initiative as US scales back ocean monitoring programmes https://t.co/sqQc8aroNC

[PiaAhrenkildeEU @PiaAhrenkilde]

Human capital is key to boost 🇪🇺 competitiveness & resilience!

The #EuropeanSemester Spring Package has recommendations to 25 EU MS to reform education systems:

✅Basic skills for all learners
✅STEM education
✅Teacher empowerment & digital education

👉https://t.co/aZ1NfOPrB0

[PiaAhrenkildeEU @PiaAhrenkilde]

🇪🇺#TechSovereignty is also about education & skills!

Digital/STEM competences & AI literacy are decisive to get there.

Through #ErasmusPlus, #UnionOfSkills & the upcoming #EducationPackage we are helping to build a future-ready workforce!

🔗 https://t.co/JoZFszs1bZ

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[vangelis demiris @vangelisdemiris]

.@CostasKadis στους @nytimes για απόφαση ΗΠΑ να
να καταργήσουν το σύστημα παρακολούθησης των ωκεανών: "Eξαιρετικά ανησυχητικά μηνύματα από την άλλη πλευρά του Ατλαντικού".
https://t.co/rj8CLj4sSj

[European Commission in Cyprus @EUCYPRUS]

Σήμερα, η Ευρωπαϊκή Επιτροπή ενέκρινε το #OceanEye για την ενίσχυση του ρόλου της ΕΕ στην παρατήρηση των ωκεανών.

Η πρωτοβουλία έχει ως στόχο να αναδείξει την ΕΕ σε κορυφαίο πάροχο πληροφοριών για τους ωκεανούς παγκοσμίως.

Περισσότερα στο δελτίο τύπου: https://t.co/zb478pyFeA

[Costas Kadis @CostasKadis]

One year after launching the #EUOceanPact, we’re turning ambition into action with #OceanEye: a game-changer for how Europe understands and protects our oceans. 🔬🌊

#OceanEye positions the EU at the forefront of ocean observation and as the world’s leading provider of ocean intelligence.

Why does this matter? With better understanding of the ocean we will be in a better position
🔹to protect and restore ocean health,
🔹to boost the competitiveness of our blue economy,
🔹to strengthen the resilience and preparedness of coastal communities,
🔹and to contribute to maritime security, safety and defence.

With @EZaharievaEU, we’re bridging science, innovation, and people, because the ocean’s future is our future.

[European Commission in Cyprus @EUCYPRUS]

«Ένα χρόνο μετά την έναρξη του #EUOceanPact, μετατρέπουμε τη φιλοδοξία σε δράση με το #OceanEye: μια πρωτοποριακή πρωτοβουλία για τον τρόπο με τον οποίο η Ευρώπη κατανοεί και προστατεύει τους ωκεανούς μας.» @CostasKadis

[Athanasios Athans @aathans]

Στον Ευρωπαϊκό Περιφερειακό Σταθμό Πυρόσβεσης στην Κύπρο ήδη τα δύο αεροσκάφη RescEU https://t.co/qnHf4RHWSl

[Athanasios Athans @aathans]

Επίτροπος @CostasKadis : στην κατάλληλη συγκυρία η πρωτοβουλία OceanEye, https://t.co/B9TikIlZJb