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Androulla Vassiliou: George Vassiliou Passed Away with Reunification on His Mind

Published January 16, 2026, 16:02
Androulla Vassiliou: George Vassiliou Passed Away with Reunification on His Mind

Androulla Vassiliou spoke emotionally about her late husband, George Vassiliou, the third President of the Republic of Cyprus, emphasizing his lifelong struggle for the reunification of the island. She described George Vassiliou as a man of great character who loved people and worked tirelessly during his presidency. Ms. Vassiliou expressed her regret that her husband did not manage to be re-elected in 1993, believing that a second term would have brought significant changes to Cyprus. She also highlighted meritocracy as one of George Vassiliou's most important legacies, as many people who had not voted for him benefited from his policies. His main concern, according to Ms. Vassiliou, was the reunification of Cyprus, a dream she hopes will be fulfilled.