Doha:Minister of Agriculture, Rural Development and the Environment, Christos Senekis, is in Luxembourg to participate in the EU Agriculture and Fisheries Council, which is scheduled to take place on Monday and Tuesday.

According to Cyprus News Agency, the discussions at the council will focus on the Common Agricultural Policy post-2027. Minister Senekis is expected to highlight the importance of creating a strong and well-funded policy that ensures fair income for farmers, reduces bureaucratic hurdles, and offers necessary flexibility to Member States.

Additionally, the council will address issues related to trade and the EU's trade agreements. Minister Senekis plans to emphasize the need for fair competition conditions and improved international market access for Cypriot producers.

In the fisheries sector, the council aims to reach an agreement on fishing opportunities in the Baltic Sea for 2027. Discussions will also involve shaping the EU's stance ahead of the International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas (ICCAT) meeting.