Brussels, Belgium. The European Commission is expected to soon announce the European Union’s new envoy for the Cyprus problem, President Nikos Christodoulides said on Thursday. He made the statement while arriving at the summit of EU leaders in Brussels, where the two-day European Council concludes on Friday.
Announcement expected soon
Responding to a question, Christodoulides said, “We shall have a new appointment on the part of the European Union.”
He added, “Today we discussed some names, subsequent to previous discussions, and very soon the President of the Commission [Ursula von der Leyen], having gone through the necessary internal deliberations, will make a public announcement.”
Role of the European Union
Also on Thursday, Christodoulides said the EU has “the most decisive role” to play in the current drive to bring about a resumption of Cyprus peace talks.
Vacant envoy position
The European Union’s position of special envoy for the Cyprus problem has been vacant since the unexpected resignation of former European Commissioner Johannes Hahn in March 2026.
The European Commission is seeking a replacement to coordinate with the United Nations and resume negotiations on the island’s reunification.
Talks stalled since 2017
Direct talks on a Cyprus settlement have been stalled since a failed effort in the summer of 2017.
