Nicosia, Cyprus. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Parliament President Roberta Metsola on Tuesday praised Cyprus’ presidency of the EU Council, commending its leadership, effectiveness and cooperation as the island’s six-month term ended.
Tributes from EU leaders
In a social media post accompanied by a video showing highlights from meetings held over the past six months, von der Leyen described the Cyprus presidency as “a true success”.
Addressing President Nikos Christodoulides directly, she said Cyprus had helped advance key European priorities during its tenure.
“You advanced the EU agenda, from competitiveness to enlargement,” she wrote. “Abroad, you built bridges with our partners in the Middle East at a critical moment.”
Parliament praises cooperation
Metsola thanked the Cyprus presidency team for what she described as “excellent cooperation and close partnership” with the European Parliament.
In a post on X, she also praised Christodoulides’ leadership and commitment to a “strong and united Europe”, adding that cooperation between the institutions had delivered “tangible results for European citizens”.
Presidency handover
Tuesday marked the final day of Cyprus’ presidency of the EU Council, with Ireland set to assume the rotating presidency on Wednesday.
The official handover ceremony will take place in Dublin in the presence of von der Leyen and European Council President Antonio Costa.