President Demetris Christofias has left for Brussels, in order to participate in what has been described as a crucial summit of the European Council.

The summit is pivotal to the future of the Eurozone, and the economic crisis will be the main topic of discussion.

EU leaders are expected to exchange views on the reflections by the euro area member states on the strengthening of economic convergence within the euro area, on improving fiscal discipline and deepening economic union, including exploring the possibility of limited Treaty changes.

In the margins of the European Council, the Accession Treaty with Croatia will be signed.

The European Council will begin with a working dinner.