President Christodoulides hosts EU and regional leaders in Nicosia

On April 23, 2026, President Nikos Christodoulides is hosting a summit at the Filoxenia Conference Centre in Nicosia. EU heads of state are convening to discuss the Multi-annual Financial Framework, with the goal of establishing political direction to reach an agreement by the end of the year. Following the conclusion of the informal EU summit around 12:00, representatives from the European Council and the European Commission will hold a joint press conference with President Christodoulides. Subsequently, the President will receive leaders from Egypt, Lebanon, Jordan, Syria, and the Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council. A working lunch involving both EU and regional partners is scheduled for the afternoon. President Christodoulides is expected to hold bilateral meetings with the leaders of Egypt and Lebanon. A joint press statement from the involved parties is anticipated shortly before 16:00. The national broadcaster, RIK, is providing full coverage of the two-day event with continuous updates and reports.