Cyprus has an important role to play in terms of stability and security in the Eastern Mediterranean, European Parliament President Antonio Tagianis said in a written statement ahead of his official visit to Cyprus on Friday.
"Since joining the EU in 2004, Cyprus has also played a leading role in the effort to bring about change for a Europe that is closer to its citizens and addresses their concerns about migration, employment and climate change. change ", says Mr. Tagianis.
The European Parliament, he adds, stands by Cyprus and its citizens in the effort to reach a solution for reunification in accordance with the values and principles on which the European Union is based.
The President of the EP will pay an official visit to Cyprus on December 8. During his visit, he will address the House of Representatives and participate in a discussion with Cypriot youth on the future of the European Union.
At 9.20 on Friday morning he will have a meeting with the President of the Republic, Nikos Anastasiadis and at 9.50 there will be statements to the media.
At 10.20 he will have a meeting with the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Dimitris Syllouris and will be followed at 11.00 by statements to the media.
At 11.25 there will be an official address by President Tagianis to the House of Representatives. At 12.20 he will hold a discussion on the "Future of Europe" with Cypriot youth.
At 13.10, the President of the Republic Nikos Anastasiadis will host an official dinner.
Source: RIK News