The nominations for the 2023 Presidential Elections were submitted today, Thursday, January 5, 2023, at the "Filoxenia" Conference Centre.
During the submission of his candidacy, Mr Demetriades said the following: "This independent candidacy wants to give a voice to citizens who are not represented by the system. I thank Titina Loizidou for nominating me, Erato Kozakou Markoullis, Alekos Modinos, Stavros Zenios, Poppy Abraham and all the other friends and active citizens who support me, but also Yvonne, Alexandros, Paris and the team on the staff for putting up with me and helping me in this effort. Special thanks to 'Famagusta for Cyprus', but also to the Supervisor of Elections and his team, good luck.
The future of Cyprus cannot be partition, we can prevent it. The EU is our shield. Energy and Euro-Turkish relationship are the keys to unlock the resolution process. We need credibility. Those who led the Cyprus problem to the current tragic situation are part of the problem. They cannot be part of the solution. We must put an end to the corruption that exposes the country and insults us. With a real criminal investigation into the gold passport scandal, with a separation of powers of the Attorney General, with control and transparency in the appointments of independent officials and with an effective financial background. The President must lead by example. There are no excuses for corruption.
I am aware of the difficulties we face, they are many. But in my life, I did not learn to sit around and describe problems. I learned to set goals and work hard to achieve them. I want to serve my country. I want to deliver to our children an honest state, a green and united Cyprus. I ask for the support of the citizens with a clear proposal. I invite them to make a dynamic start together. Elections are not the end of the road. It is the starting point. I am here to stay in political life because I truly believe that Cyprus deserves better. Good luck to all. Thank you."
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