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G. Vasiliou set Cyprus's course towards Europe, says Mitsotakis

Published January 14, 2026, 14:23
G. Vasiliou set Cyprus's course towards Europe, says Mitsotakis

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis expressed his condolences for the death of former Cypriot President George Vasiliou, emphasizing his contribution to Cyprus's European path. Mitsotakis stated that Vasiliou set in motion Cyprus's accession process to the European Union, which was later crowned with success. He also stressed that Vasiliou was a patriot who sought a realistic solution to the Cyprus issue and a governor who dared structural reforms, including the founding of the University of Cyprus. Mitsotakis mentioned that Vasiliou was a friend of Konstantinos Mitsotakis and shared his faith in reforms.