Cyprus' Ministry of Finance reported that Finance Minister Makis Keravnos held a courtesy meeting with German Ambassador to Cyprus Hans-Peter Jugel to discuss bilateral ties and cooperation within the European Union (EU). Both sides recognised global economic uncertainty arising from geopolitical and economic developments and the need for collective decisions through EU institutions and joint action by member states. The discussions covered European economic competitiveness and digital transformation, alongside energy security, the green transition and climate change. Security and defence were also addressed in the context of geopolitical developments and the war in Ukraine.
Cyprus' Ministry of Finance reports talks with Germany on EU cooperation and economic challenges
Cyprus' Finance Minister Makis Keravnos met German Ambassador to Cyprus Hans-Peter Jugel to discuss bilateral cooperation and challenges facing the European Union. Both sides recognised the need for collective EU action amid global economic uncertainty, with discussions also addressing competitiveness, energy security, climate change and geopolitical risks.