We remain steadfast on our principles and forge ahead in a spirit of responsibility and patriotism, President Anastasiades declared on the 61st anniversary of the establishment of the Republic of Cyprus, following the 1960 London-Zurich agreements, ending British colonial rule.
In a twitter upload, he said: ’61 years for the Republic of Cyprus. We are proud of our peoples’ struggles and sacrifices and remain committed to our principles, moving forward with responsibility and patriotism’.
A military parade is being held in celebration of the anniversary at the central Iosif Hadjiosif Avenue in Nicosia, with President Anastasiades taking the salute, along with defence minister Charalambos Petrides and National Guard chief, general Zervakis.
Attending from Greece, are national defence minister Nikos Panayiotopoulos and head of the Hellenic Armed Forces Constandinos Floros.
This year, a limited number of guests are allowed, while the public can also attend by presenting a coronavirus safe pass.