The newly elected President of the European Council, Antonio Costa, is visiting Cyprus ahead of assuming his duties in December.
Costa, the former Prime Minister of Portugal, met with Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides at 10am, followed by a visit to the walled city of Nicosia and the ceasefire line.
President Christodoulides is hosting a lunch for Costa and the delegations from both countries.
Government Spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis, announcing the visit, highlighted the EU’s crucial role in the UN Secretary-General’s new initiative to restart Cyprus negotiations.
The visit is part of Costa’s tour of EU member states as he prepares to take office, aimed at shaping policies and common approaches for the upcoming critical period for EU institutions.
(information from CNA)
