President Nikos Christodoulides and regional leaders are convening in Paphos today to unveil major EU strategic plans aimed at bolstering economic resilience, connectivity, and sustainability across European coastal and island territories.

A High-Level Gathering in Paphos

Τhe high-level conference "Strengthening islands and coastal communities of the European Union”, is taking place on Friday in Paphos, with the participation of President of the Republic, Nikos Christodoulides, Maltese Prime Minister, Robert Abela, European Commissioners, Ministers from the Republic and other EU member states, and officials from European institutions.

Unveiling European Strategies

European Commission Executive Vice-President for Cohesion and Reforms, Raffaele Fitto, will present the European Union’s strategy for islands, while Commissioner for Fisheries and Oceans, Costas Kadis, will present the European Union’s strategy for coastal communities.

According to the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the EU, the conference will bring together European leaders, ministers, senior policymakers, representatives of regional and island authorities, European institutions, experts and other stakeholders to discuss the future development of the European Union’s island and coastal regions.

Economic and Environmental Objectives

The event will showcase the European Union’s new strategies for islands and coastal communities, reflecting the European Commission’s vision for strengthening economic competitiveness and diversification, supporting the sustainable blue economy, addressing climate change, and improving resilience and connectivity.

The strategies will also seek to foster vibrant and inclusive local communities while promoting citizens’ right to remain in the places where they live.

Source: CNA(ΚΥΠΕ)