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Irene Charalambidou Announces New Parliamentary Associate After Split with AKEL

Published February 20, 2026, 12:16
Irene Charalambidou Announces New Parliamentary Associate After Split with AKEL

Irene Charalambidou, a Member of Parliament who is now independent after ending her cooperation with AKEL, has gained a new parliamentary associate. Andrianos Charalambous, a well-known activist and active social media user, has taken on the role, as he announced on Facebook. Charalambous expressed his honor for the MP's proposal, describing her as an inspiration and friend, while acknowledging his political education through collaboration with her. In his post, Charalambous also referred to the controversial resolution of Charalambidou's cooperation with AKEL, emphasizing that the dispute benefits no one and that cooperation and mutual respect are essential for democracy. He also noted that his decision provoked different reactions, with some supporting it and others not, based on different reasons. The choice of Charalambous as Charalambidou's associate marks a new phase for the independent MP, as she seeks to strengthen her presence in parliament with someone who plays an active role in society and on social media. This collaboration is expected to contribute to the promotion of Charalambidou's positions and to strengthen her communication with citizens. The announcement of the collaboration was made through personal social media accounts, highlighting the importance of direct communication with the public in modern politics.