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Maria José Costeira elected vice-president of the General Court of the European Union

Maria José Costeira, a Portuguese judge, has been elected vice-president of the General Court of the European Union, a term that extends until August 2028.

24 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Maria José Costeira has been elected vice-president of the General Court of the European Union (GC) by her peers. The selection followed the election of Savvas Papasavvas from Cyprus as president of the GC.

Her term as vice-president will run from September 23, 2026, to August 31, 2028. Maria José Costeira already serves as a judge at the court and holds a law degree from the University of Coimbra.

News of her election has been highlighted by several news sources, including RTP and Observador. Both institutions emphasize the importance of her new position within the judicial structure of the European Union.

Additionally, former Prime Minister António Seguro also commented on her election, expressing congratulations to the judge and acknowledging the significance of her appointment.

Maria José Costeira is one of the few women in high judicial positions in the European Union, drawing attention to the diversity in the representation of these bodies.

Her election marks a significant moment for European justice, reflecting the increasing inclusion of legal professionals from different Member States in leadership roles.

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