Cyprus will lead the European Union for six months in 2026. The President of Cyprus talked about this important job. He wants the EU to be strong and safe.
Cyprus is a small island. It is near Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Because of this, Cyprus wants to help the EU talk to its neighbors. It will have big meetings in Cyprus next April.
The President says the EU must protect its people and its values. Cyprus will also talk about important EU problems like money and security. Cyprus has its own problems too, like the division of the island. It wants the EU to help.
The EU is happy Cyprus will lead. It is a big job for a small country.