Talking to Dr. Marina Ioannou Hasapi from Cyprus’s Ministry of Transport, Communication and Works

Cyprus has taken over the EU Council Presidency at the beginning of 2026.  In this episode of the #RTAB podcast, we speak with Dr. Marina Ioannou Hasapi from Cyprus’s Ministry of Transport, Communications and Works about the country’s key priorities for the next six months. Ensuring connectivity and competitiveness are the guiding elements for the island nation that experiences high air traffic growth and sees 95% of visitors use air transport. Dr Hasapi shares insights into Cyprus’s plans for international cooperation and why the new direct Larnaca–Brussels route directly supports the work of the presidency. Dr. Hasapi, a trailblazer for women in the public sector in Cyprus, also shares insight into her career mediating in labour disputes and her advice to a young generation seeking leadership roles in aviation.