John Christodoulou to announce decision on 2028 presidential bid early next year

Nicosia, Cyprus. John Christodoulou said on Wednesday that he would announce early next year whether he would contest Cyprus’ presidential election in 2028.

Considering a candidacy

Responding to media coverage and journalists’ questions in a statement, Christodoulou said he would carefully weigh a possible candidacy and seek advice from people whose judgement he trusted before reaching a final decision.

He emphasised that he was not a politician and had never wanted to become one. However, he said he could not accept the situation in his homeland.

“I know I can make a big difference for Cyprus, particularly in terms of security, the economy and social welfare,” he said.

Commitment to speaking out

Christodoulou said he would keep voicing his views on Cyprus’ future, whatever decision he reached about running.

He added that Cyprus deserved considerably better than its present circumstances and that he would continue saying so and doing everything he could to help bring about improvement.