Pamboridis urges Disy contenders to rule out independent bids if defeated

Nicosia, Cyprus. Former health minister and presidential hopeful George Pamboridis said on Thursday that everyone seeking Disy’s presidential nomination should undertake not to pursue an independent candidacy if defeated.

Call for a shared commitment

During an appearance on the Pints of Politics podcast, Pamboridis said participants currently had no such obligation. He said he would not make that commitment himself unless it applied to everyone entering the selection process.

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Pamboridis nevertheless pledged to support Averof Neophytou if Neophytou secured the party’s nomination. Addressing his own possible candidacy, he said he believed he could deliver victory for Disy in both presidential election rounds.

Party decision due on November 28

Neophytou, who previously led Disy, announced on Wednesday that he would seek a confidence vote from party members for a presidential bid in 2028.

He had initially declared his intention to run late last month, pointing to the continuing impasse over the Cyprus problem.

Disy is scheduled to select its presidential candidate on November 28.