Media advisory – Informal video conference of transport ministers of 21 April 2026 11:35 Main agenda items, approximate timing, public sessions and press opportunities. Council[...]

Indicative programme

All times are approximate and subject to change

Chaired by Alexis Vafeades, Cyprus Minister of Transport, Communications and Works

+/- 08.40
Doorstep by Minister Vafeades (Europa building forum)

09.30
Informal videoconference
Exchange of views on the impact of the recent geopolitical developments in the Middle East on the EU's transport system and sector

At the end of the meeting (+/- 11.30) - Press conference with Alexis Vafeades, Cyprus of Transport, Communications and Works, and Apostolos Tzitzikostas, Commissioner for Sustainable Transport and Tourism in live streaming.

Arrangement for the press conference

The press conference will take place in a hybrid format: EU accredited journalists will be able to participate and ask questions either remotely or in person at the Justus Lipsius building press room.

If you haven't registered for one of the previous Transport, Telecommunications and Energy Council press events, please use the link below to do so and have the possibility to ask questions remotely.

• Deadline for registration: Tuesday, 21 April 2026, 10.30

Further instructions will be sent to all registered participants shortly after the deadline.

• Registration page
• Media accreditation for journalists