Nicosia, Cyprus. President Nikos Christodoulides welcomed young athletes from New York’s Eleftheria Pancyprian football team at the presidential palace on Wednesday, describing their trip as an important link between Cyprus and its diaspora.
First-time visit by teenage athletes
The team members, aged 14 to 17 and mainly second and third-generation expatriates, are visiting Cyprus for the first time.
Planned itinerary and matches
The teenagers outlined plans including a tour of Kourion, a visit to the Green Line, and friendly football matches with local teams.
Discussion of New York and student experiences
Christodoulides recalled his student days in New York and asked about current life in the city.
What do you think visits like this can contribute to ties between Cyprus and its diaspora?