Internal competition for the presidential nomination begins within the DISY party

The Democratic Rally (DISY) party in the Republic of Cyprus is facing a significant internal contest ahead of the February 2028 presidential elections. On September 27, 2026, former DISY leader Averof Neofytou announced his intention to run for president, though he did not clarify if his candidacy would proceed within formal party structures. In response, current DISY leader and President of the House of Representatives Annita Demetriou announced on September 28 that she is also prepared to seek the party's nomination, framing it as a duty to the party members and the nation.

Following an emergency leadership meeting held on September 28, the party outlined a roadmap for the coming months. According to reports from the publication Phileleftheros, the official submission of candidacies is scheduled for October 15. The party is expected to finalize its official choice for the 2028 presidential race by the end of November, marking a critical phase of competition for the future of the organization.