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President: Commission's Decision on Golden Passports Sends Clear Messages

Published March 11, 2026, 17:14
President: Commission's Decision on Golden Passports Sends Clear Messages

The President of the Republic, Nikos Christodoulides, expressed his satisfaction with the European Commission's decision to terminate the process for golden passports. The President stated that this decision demonstrates the effectiveness of the measures taken by the government and recognizes Cyprus's political will to address the issue. The statement was made upon the President's arrival at the Pan-Cypriot Conference of SEK in Nicosia. The Commission's decision is considered significant as it marks the successful completion of the process of canceling the golden passport program, which had caused intense criticism and concerns within the European Union.