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On 22 April 2026, the Civil Society Organisations՚ Groupof the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) will host a high-level conference in Larnaca, under the patronage of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the EU. About this event
Registration for in-person participation will close on Thursday 16 April 2026, noon. Streaming will be available on this page on the day of the event. Prior registration for the streaming is not required.