Political disagreement over the Great Sea Interconnector project

The political party DISY has formally requested transparency and clarity from the Cypriot government regarding the status of the Great Sea Interconnector (GSI) project. DISY leaders argue that recent public statements by various government ministers have been contradictory, raising concerns about the lack of a unified government policy on this strategic energy infrastructure. The party specifically demanded information on the progress of the independent due diligence evaluation, including its completion timeline and the schedule for final decisions. Government spokesperson Konstantinos Letymbiotis rejected these claims, characterizing the party's criticism as unfortunate. Letymbiotis maintained that the project is being managed with a unified strategy in full coordination with the Greek government, specifically between President Nikos Christodoulides and Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis. He emphasized that both Nicosia and Athens remain committed to advancing the project based on technical documentation and economic responsibility. The government spokesperson further suggested that DISY’s critique inadvertently challenges the joint approach agreed upon by both Cyprus and Greece. The situation highlights ongoing tensions regarding the transparency and messaging surrounding one of Cyprus's most significant geopolitical energy endeavors.