Brussels: Former President of the Republic of Cyprus Giorgos Vassiliou was a true European, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen posted on X.
According to Cyprus News Agency, von der Leyen expressed her sadness upon hearing about the passing of Cyprus' former President, Giorgos Vassiliou. She highlighted his significant contributions in modernizing Cyprus, advancing its peace process, and facilitating its entry into the European Union. Von der Leyen extended her heartfelt condolences to his family and the people of Cyprus.