Greek PM Mitsotakis meets Cyprus parliamentary president Annita Demetriou to coordinate on Cyprus issue

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis welcomed Annita Demetriou, President of the Cypriot House of Representatives, at the Maximos Hall in Athens on 30 June 2026. Mitsotakis congratulated Demetriou on her re‑election and praised Cyprus’s successful EU Presidency, calling Greece “the strongest fraternal ally.” He emphasized the need for “absolute coordination” on the Cyprus issue, noting a period of heightened diplomatic activity. Demetriou thanked the Greek leader, stating “Greece is always by our side,” and highlighted cooperation on defence, security and European policy. The meeting underscored the continued bilateral support between the two countries amid ongoing EU discussions on the Cyprus question.