President Christodoulides outlines educational strategy at Frederick University awards

On June 24, 2026, President Nikos Christodoulides addressed the 2026 Award and Excellence Ceremony at Frederick University in Nicosia. He announced government plans to establish an agency similar to the British Council to attract international students and to promote both public and private Cypriot universities abroad. The president highlighted that the education sector accounts for approximately 7%-8% of Cyprus's GDP. He noted that the national unemployment rate is currently below 4%, with 82% of graduates employed in their field of study. During the speech, he praised the university's development without state funding and specifically noted the establishment of its Medical School. Christodoulides emphasized the necessity of aligning academic programs with labor market demands and maintaining high quality in education. He also recognized the university's contribution to social responsibility through volunteerism, innovation, and research.