Cyprus Times

President: Clear Will to Strengthen the Deterrent Power of Our Country

Published February 16, 2026, 09:08
President: Clear Will to Strengthen the Deterrent Power of Our Country

The President of the Republic, Nikos Christodoulides, met with members of the Cyprus Defense Industry Council to assess the Council's progress over the past year. The President expressed his belief in the potential of the Cypriot defense industry and emphasized the government's will to strengthen the deterrent power of the country. Issues discussed included the creation of a register of Cypriot companies, the extroversion of companies, the utilization of SAFE, and participation in exhibitions. The President estimated that the defense industry could reach a double-digit percentage in terms of its contribution to the country's GDP in the coming years.