Cyprus Times

Cyprus Bids Farewell to Former President Giorgos Vassiliou

Published January 16, 2026, 12:11
Cyprus Bids Farewell to Former President Giorgos Vassiliou

Cyprus is bidding farewell to former President Giorgos Vassiliou, with a public viewing underway at the Church of Holy Wisdom. His wife, Androulla Vassiliou, spoke emotionally about her husband, highlighting his work ethic, the public's affection for him, and the injustice of his non-reelection in 1993. She expressed his deep concern for the Cyprus issue, noting that his eyes would light up when it was mentioned. The political leadership of the country conveyed their condolences in the Book of Condolences at the Presidential Palace, recognizing Giorgos Vassiliou's contribution to Cyprus.