Nicosia, Cyprus. Greek singer Maria Farantouri was awarded the medal for outstanding contribution of the Republic of Cyprus during a ceremony on Thursday evening. The medal was presented during a Cyprus Symphonic Orchestra concert dedicated to composer Mikis Theodorakis.
Award presented at Pallas theatre
The medal was awarded by Education Minister Athena Michaelides on behalf of President Nikos Christodoulides at Pallas theatre in Nicosia.
Minister cites appreciation for Farantouri’s work
Michaelides said the medal was awarded as a token of appreciation, honour and gratitude for Farantouri’s work, as well as her love for Cyprus.
Remarks during the ceremony
“You are a voice with conscience, a presence that serves culture with ethos, dignity and humanism, a woman who gave a voice to freedom, democracy, justice and peace,” Michaelides said.
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