Immortal Cypriot political culture

President Nikos Christodoulides has completed his third and final cabinet reshuffle, marking a period of intense political maneuvering that will lead until the 2028 elections. The Democratic Party (DIKO), as the primary coalition partner, demanded key ministerial portfolios, eventually securing four government positions despite failing to obtain the interior and finance ministries. This development highlights the persistent political culture of power-sharing and patronage in Cyprus, raising questions about whether such reshuffles are driven by public interest or party political balance.