An official ceremony and cultural events took place in Warsaw on Monday and Tuesday on the occasion of the assumption on the part of Cyprus of the EU Council rotating Presidency on July 1.
According to an official press release issued here today, addressing the ceremony Ambassador to Poland Andreas Zinonos said the EU Council Presidency is of “historic significance for the island and its people”, adding that it constitutes “a huge challenge, obligation and responsibility whilst at the same time offering an opportunity for the country to be promoted”.
Zinonos further referred to the difficult period in which Cyprus takes over the Presidency, expressing his thanks to Denmark and Poland for their cooperation so far and congratulating them on their successful Presidencies.
At the same time he expressed Cyprus’ readiness to work hard and to be an honest broker in order to have a successful Presidency.
He also spoke of the Cyprus Presidency’s priorities, highlighting the central messaged conveyed to work for ‘a better Europe for its citizens and its neighbouring peoples’.
Cultural events also took place, including the appearance of a Cypriot music and dance group during the Concert of the 12th Festival “Musical Gardens” and the screening of six documentaries.