From 1 July to 31 December 2027, Greece will hold the rotating Presidency of the Council of the European Union for the sixth time since joining the European Communities.
During this six-month period, the country will coordinate negotiations among EU governments, represent the Council in discussions with the European Parliament and work closely with the European Commission to advance the Union’s legislative agenda.
In his article, “The Greek Presidency of the Council of the EU: Can Greece showcase European leadership?”, published by To Vima, our Of Counsel Dionysis N. Fotopoulos examines the significance of this role for Greece and the opportunity it presents to influence European policymaking, contribute to agenda-setting and reinforce its position as a pillar of stability and growth in Southeast Europe.
He also considers the challenges ahead, including the demands the Presidency will place on the Greek administration, the potential impact of the domestic political environment and the need for a broader public discussion about Greece’s position within the European project.
Dionysis draws on his first-hand experience as an adviser at the Permanent Representation of the Republic of Cyprus to the EU, where he supported the 2026 Cyprus Presidency of the Council.
Read the full article in To Vima here.
