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Who Holds Power in Cyprus in November 2026
Cyprus presidential election and UN talks set for November 2026.
In brief
Cyprus presidential election and UN talks set for November 2026. Cyprus president Nikos Christodoulides faces UN envoy María Ángela Holguín's push to restart reunification talks with Turkish Cypriots on 9 November 2026. Originally reported by The Rio Times.
Cyprus Presidential System
Cyprus has a strong president but a parliament that his own camp no longer controls.
President Nikos Christodoulides
President Nikos Christodoulides, an independent who left the centre-right DISY party, has led Cyprus since 2023.
2026 Election Results
DISY holds 17 of 56 seats, AKEL 15, ELAM 8 and DIKO 8 after the May 2026 election.
Speaker Annita Demetriou
Speaker Annita Demetriou of DISY was re-elected House president on 4 June 2026, winning 29 votes to 19.
UN Reunification Talks
UN envoy María Ángela Holguín is due to host both Cypriot leaders on 9 November 2026.
November 3 Talks
On 3 November 2026, the government spokesman called Holguín’s meeting with Turkey’s ambassador unacceptable.
2028 Presidential Race
The next presidential election is due in February 2028, with Christodoulides leading DISY.
Party Dynamics
DISY, DIKO and Direct Democracy backed Speaker Demetriou, while AKEL and ALMA backed Stefanou.
UN Security Council Resolution 550
UN Security Council Resolution 550 (1984) condemns secessionist steps in the north, including ambassador exchanges with Turkey.
What's Next
The 9 November meeting will assess whether reunification talks can restart after the November 3 talks.
The essence
Cyprus president Nikos Christodoulides faces UN envoy María Ángela Holguín's push to restart reunification talks with Turkish Cypriots on 9 November 2026.
