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Christodoulides Mourns Vassiliou: Cyprus Lost a 'Global Citizen'

Published January 14, 2026, 07:19

The President of the Republic of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, expressed his sadness over the death of former President George Vassiliou. In a post, he emphasized Vassiliou's contribution to economic development, the modernization of the state, Cyprus's European path, and his tireless efforts to resolve the Cyprus issue. President Christodoulides stated that Vassiliou promoted policies that contributed to the outward orientation of the Cypriot economy and the establishment of Cyprus as a center for professional services. He also highlighted the founding of the University of Cyprus as a significant milestone in the development of higher education. The President described Vassiliou as a 'global citizen' who strengthened Cyprus's international footprint and expressed his condolences to his family.