Cyprus Says Its EU Presidency Will Focus on Digital Omnibus, AI and Kids Safety
Cyprus, which assumes the EU Presidency Thursday for a six-month term, said its priorities include regulatory simplification via the European Commission's proposed omnibus packages and cutting red tape. The EC's digital omnibus, published Nov. 19, includes tweaks to the GDPR, which have stirred controversy (see 2511190005).
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The Cyprus Presidency said it also plans to strengthen Europe's digital sovereignty and reduce "external dependencies" by focusing on key technologies such as AI, cloud infrastructure and cybersecurity.
Another priority is to promote digital well-being by developing a safer online environment for minors, including through the EC’s anticipated Action Plan against cyberbullying, Cyprus said.
The country called on Europe to take an assertive approach to autonomy in the face of "acute geopolitical upheaval and unpredictability."