Independent candidate for the Presidency of the Republic, Andreas Mavroyiannis, toured the city and province of Paphos over the weekend.
Yesterday afternoon, a meeting with associations for the disabled and the chronically ill was held at the Paphos Election Headquarters.
During the meeting, the members of the associations presented to A. Mavroyiannis the problems faced by the disabled, as well as their suggestions for their solution.
Among other things, it was stressed that there must be social sensitivity and social welfare from the state.
A. Mavroyiannis stressed that the state is obliged to follow best practices to create a quality life for people, with respect for human rights. "Not all people are the same, neither in terms of needs nor in the economic aspect. The state is obliged to find ways in which to integrate these people," he said."
He said he believes in a welfare state that wants its people to prosper. "The state should be obliged to help people who are facing health problems in any way," he concluded.
On Saturday night, A. Mavroyiannis was the main speaker at the political rally at the Petsas Coral Star, in Pegeia.
In front of a large crowd, he said that "we will do our best to take the country one step forward. We are among you to listen to your problems, opinions and suggestions."
Referring to the Cyprus problem, he stressed that it is very important to immediately reverse the situation and if we continue from where we were in 2017. Nothing is impossible, he continued, but we should give all our efforts.
He also stressed that we have become a laughing stock internationally and that Cyprus' credibility has been lost, both abroad and at home.
Regarding the economy, he stressed that we are all experiencing precision, low wages, wages that are below the rents. "The incompetence of those in power on energy issues is striking. Through proper handling we will reduce prices in electricity, fuel and promote the faster expansion of renewable energy sources in the energy mix," he added.
This morning, Andreas Mavroyiannis held a meeting with a delegation of the Pancyprian Association of Warriors of the National Guard 1974, at the "Kefalos" hotel.
During the discussion, reference was made to the marginalization suffered by the people who fought during the Turkish invasion, such as medical coverage and the 12% penalty on pensions.
A. Mavroyiannis, pointed out that from his side there is the political will to solve the issues, so that the fighters of 74' are honored as they deserve both materially and practically.
Continuing the meetings, Andreas Mavroyiannis discussed with self-employed people and owners of small and medium-sized businesses the issues facing entrepreneurship in the city of Paphos and the economic model of our state in general. "As a result of this approach, corruption has increased, inequalities have grown and Cyprus has been irreparably discredited internationally," he added.
He stressed that attracting investment and businesses with a real presence in Cyprus is vital for our country.
He said that his vision is a development model that is viable and sustainable, operating within the framework of healthy competition, supporting entrepreneurship and respecting the rights of workers. "Based on a model state, with a thriving, digitised and innovative economy, which will contribute to the creation of a just and prosperous, inclusive society," he concluded.
Concluding his tour, the Electoral Staff held a debate on "Cyprus. Health for all", at the same hotel.
A. Mavroyiannis, among others, stated that Health is among the core competences of the state.
Referring to the GESY, he stressed that, despite the fact that there are some weaknesses, it is a great social achievement, which must be further fortified, as there are certain forces that would be happy to see the system collapse.
"It is our duty all together to protect the philosophy, architecture and modus operandi of this social conquest," he said.
He went on to underline that another key objective is to ensure the quality of working conditions of people employed in the health sector, which will contribute to the improvement of the System itself.
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