The Speaker of the House of Representatives Mrs. Anita Demetriou received today a group of prospective Ambassadors of the Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs during their visit to Cyprus. The meeting was attended by the Ambassador of Greece to Cyprus, Mr. Ioannis Papameletiou, accompanied by the Director of the Diplomatic Academy of the Hellenic Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Gregorios Vasilokonstantakis.
During the meeting, Ms Demetriou referred to the powers of the House of Representatives and the actions developed by the body in the field of international relations, stressing the importance of further strengthening parliamentary diplomacy in the light of the serious challenges facing Europe and the world today, especially the war in Ukraine.
Praising the immediate and collective reaction of the European Union to the recent events, the President of the House stressed that Cyprus, having experienced for forty-eight years the consequences of the Turkish invasion and continued occupation, remains firmly committed to the principles of international law and respect for human rights and this fact constitutes an additional reason of support for the people of Ukraine, who are currently being severely tested.
Referring to the priorities of the House of Representatives, the Speaker of the House paid particular attention to the issues of equality, equal representation and human rights, analysing the relevant legislation adopted or promoted by the body, and made special reference to the issues of concern to young people and youth.
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