Ireland Takes EU Presidency | Cork News

Cork News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 2, 2026 · 2m

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and her College of Commissioners descended on Cork this past Thursday, July 2nd, kicking off a two-day whirlwind of talks aimed at aligning EU priorities with Ireland’s presidency. With key themes of competitiveness, European values, and security front and center, the delegation met with Taoiseach Micheál Martin and Irish ministers to map out the bloc’s next six months — from slashing red tape and boosting trade to advancing green tech and supporting Ukraine. The visit also spotlighted Ireland’s push for a stronger EU budget and smoother…