Larnaca:President of the Republic, Nikos Christodoulides, emphasized the Cyprus News Agency's (CNA) standing as a credible information source, affirming the government's investment in the agency during a recorded message at the European Alliance of News Agencies conference in Larnaca.

According to Cyprus News Agency, Christodoulides pointed out that CNA's reputation validates the government's ongoing commitment to support the agency with both human and financial resources. He highlighted CNA's establishment 50 years ago as a response to the need for raising awareness about Turkey's invasion of Cyprus and the continued occupation of the Republic's territory.

The President remarked that CNA has become a vital information hub for Cyprus, Europe, the Middle East, and globally, disseminating news on various developments. The agency also serves as a contact point with the Turkish Cypriot community. He asserted the cooperation between the government and CNA is institutional, with respect for its administrative independence, ensuring its mission as an impartial information provider is upheld.

Christodoulides noted the challenges posed by the digital revolution and artificial intelligence, emphasizing the press's role as a democracy pillar. He expressed satisfaction with CNA's recognition as a creative member of the European Alliance of News Agencies, contributing significantly to tackling media challenges at an international level.

He concluded with optimism about CNA and fellow European Alliance member agencies continuing to uphold journalism's fundamental principles and safeguarding the right to information, welcoming attendees to Cyprus and wishing them success in the conference proceedings.