Cyprus Times

Mitsotakis: George Vassiliou Set Cyprus on the Path to Europe

Published January 14, 2026, 13:14
Mitsotakis: George Vassiliou Set Cyprus on the Path to Europe

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis expressed his condolences for the death of former Cypriot President George Vassiliou, emphasizing his significant contribution to Cyprus's European path. Mitsotakis stated that Vassiliou set in motion Cyprus's accession process to the European Union, which was later crowned with success. He also highlighted Vassiliou's patriotic efforts for a realistic solution to the Cyprus issue and the bold structural reforms he promoted during his term, such as the founding of the University of Cyprus. Mitsotakis mentioned the friendship between Vassiliou and Konstantinos Mitsotakis and their shared belief in reforms that lead to development and prosperity, as well as Vassiliou's unique presence in political life, away from party biases.