Dublin:Cyprus is making steady progress toward joining the Schengen Area, according to President Nikos Christodoulides. The President expressed optimism that Cyprus' accession to the Schengen Area would soon be discussed at a political level.

According to Cyprus News Agency, President Christodoulides, in Dublin for an informal meeting of EU heads of state and government, stated that Cyprus had met all technical requirements for Schengen membership two years prior. He noted that no member state had expressed opposition, and a relevant working group was discussing the matter in Brussels.

President Christodoulides highlighted the absence of secondary migration flows, a significant concern for European countries, and emphasized that all necessary elements for Schengen membership were in place. He underscored the importance of Cyprus becoming a full Schengen member to enhance national security. Additionally, he reiterated Cyprus' commitment to being at the heart of the EU, citing the country's participation in the Euro and its desire to engage fully in all EU activities.