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Olivér Várhelyi

Commissioner, EC Health and Animal Welfare, European Commission

Olivér Várhelyi (born 22 March 1972 in Szeged, Hungary) is a Hungarian lawyer and diplomat serving as the European Commissioner for Health and Animal Welfare since December 2024. He holds a law degree from the University of Szeged and a Master in European Legal Studies from Aalborg University. Várhelyi began his career in Hungarian public administration and later worked in Brussels on EU legal and diplomatic affairs. From 2019 to 2024, he was European Commissioner for Neighbourhood and Enlargement. Known for his experience in European law and policy, he has played a significant role in shaping EU external relations

Dear delegates,

In light of the latest developments and as a precautionary measure, the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the EU 2026 has decided to postpone this week’s Presidency Conference Advancement of Treatments for Rare Diseases, scheduled to take place in Cyprus 5–6 March 2026.

Further information regarding possible re-arrangement and new dates will be communicated in due course.

We apologise for the inconvenience caused by these adjustments and thank you for your understanding.

Yours sincerely,
The Organizing Committee
Conference “Advancement of Treatments for Rare Diseases”
Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the European Union 2026