Cyprus in Portugal - Embassy of the Republic of Cyprus in Lisbon

“Heartfelt wishes to Ministério dos Negócios Estrangeiros de Portugal and the people of Portugal on the ocasion of 🇵🇹 National Day!” Cyprus Ministry of Foreign Affairs

🇵🇹 Happy Portugal Day, Portugal! Feliz Dia de Portugal!

Want to know more about Portugal?
Portugal produces over 60% of the world’s cork, making it the largest cork producer globally. Its vast cork forests cover around 2 million acres, and Portuguese cork is used in everything from artworks and fashion to spacecraft insulation for the European Space Agency.

One way Portugal makes Europe stronger?
As the EU’s westernmost country, Portugal’s Atlantic coastline and strategic location connect Europe to other continents, serving as a gateway for trade.



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Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the EU 2026

Due to the national holiday, the Embassy will be closed on June 10, reopening on June 11.

Feliz Dia de Portugal, de Camões e das Comunidades Portuguesas! 🇵🇹

Parabéns, Portugal! 🇵🇹🤝🇨🇾
Votos de muito sucesso! 🇺🇳



Ministério dos Negócios Estrangeiros de Portugal

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On 2nd June, the Embassy of the Republic of Cyprus in Portugal 🇵🇹, within the framework of the Cypriot Presidency of the Council of the European Union 🇨🇾, organized a visit for the Heads of Diplomatic Missions of the EU Member States accredited in Lisbon to the European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA). 🇪🇺

During the visit, the guests had the opportunity to explore the exhibition “The Maritime Tradition of Cyprus”, highlighting Cyprus’ deep historical and cultural connection with the sea and its enduring maritime heritage.

The Embassy of Cyprus had the honour of opening the event “EMSA and EU Member States: partnering for a resilient and competitive maritime future”, with remarks delivered by H.E. Ambassador Elpidoforos Economou, alongside EMSA´s Executive Director, Mrs. Maja Markovčić Kostelac, insightful presentation.

Delegates also visited the European Maritime Awareness Centre, where they had the opportunity to witness EMSA’s operational activities and the Agency’s ongoing support to EU Member State authorities in practice.

The Embassy warmly thanks EMSA for its hospitality and for hosting this meaningful initiative that further strengthened the spirit of cooperation and dialogue among the European Union Member States.



📸: Rita Rocha, EMSA.

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Shipping Deputy Ministry of Cyprus / ΥΦΥΝ
European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA)

Cyprus Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Shipping Deputy Ministry of Cyprus / ΥΦΥΝ

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