International symposium on mountain sports held in Platres

On Wednesday, September 23, 2026, the International Symposium on Mountain Sports took place at the George Seferis Cultural Center in Platres, Cyprus. The event focused on the intersection of physical activity, nutrition, and wellness as foundational pillars for public health, while also addressing the sustainable development of mountain communities and social resilience.

The symposium brought together academics, sports experts, and public health professionals from ten countries. Notable attendees included Minister of Health Neofytos Charalampidis and Commissioner for Gender Equality Josie Christodoulou. Participants engaged in discussions regarding the role of physical activity in promoting healthy aging, the benefits of the Mediterranean diet, and the importance of nature and regional development for maintaining an active lifestyle.

Minister Charalampidis emphasized the necessity of prioritizing health and physical well-being in an era increasingly dominated by technological discourse. The gathering served as a platform for exchanging strategies to enhance social inclusion and collective prosperity, linking personal health outcomes to the broader environmental and social development of mountain regions.