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President: Establishment of NKUA Branch in Cyprus a Milestone

Published February 17, 2026, 17:13
President: Establishment of NKUA Branch in Cyprus a Milestone

The President of the Republic, Nikos Christodoulides, described the establishment of a branch of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) in Cyprus as a milestone, emphasizing that it is an honorable continuation of a historical journey. At the event for the establishment of the branch, the President referred to the generations of Cypriots who studied at NKUA and excelled in various fields. He also highlighted the contribution of Cypriot students and professors to the University of Athens, mentioning historical figures who sacrificed themselves for the freedom of Greece and Cyprus. President Christodoulides stressed that the creation of the branch strengthens Cyprus's strategic goal of becoming a regional center of Knowledge, Research and Innovation. He underlined that the government is investing in strengthening the academic and research field, creating the necessary framework for the development of a dynamic academic community. Higher education, according to the President, is a key pillar of development for Cyprus. Finally, he referred to the outward orientation of Cypriot universities, which are expanding into Greece and other European countries, demonstrating the prospects that are opening up in the field of education. The establishment of the NKUA branch in Cyprus is expected to contribute significantly to the academic and research development of the country.