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Eirini Charalambidou Steps Down as Chair of the Human Rights Committee

Published February 16, 2026, 09:18
Eirini Charalambidou Steps Down as Chair of the Human Rights Committee

Due to the recent divorce between Eirini Charalambidou and AKEL, changes have occurred in the House of Representatives' Human Rights Committee. Ms. Charalambidou announced that she would chair the Committee for the last time and handed over the presidency to Mr. Koukoumas, expressing her confidence in his abilities. Her colleagues expressed their appreciation for Ms. Charalambidou's work during her tenure, emphasizing her effectiveness and contribution to the protection of human rights. Ms. Charalambidou stated that she will continue to participate in the Committee in order to complete pending draft laws.