Green Party of Cyprus and Direct Democracy Movement discuss electoral reform

On October 9, 2026, representatives from the Green Party of Cyprus and the Direct Democracy Movement met to discuss potential political cooperation and institutional reforms. The delegation included key figures such as the President of the Direct Democracy Movement and MEP Fidias Panayiotou, alongside senior officials and Central Committee members from the Green Party.

The discussions focused on addressing the rising cost of living and energy expenses, as well as significant changes to the electoral system. The Green Party presented proposals including the introduction of horizontal voting, the restoration of proportional representation in the second and third seat distributions, and the abolition of the 3.6% electoral threshold. These initiatives aim to improve democratic representation and streamline legislative interventions for the public interest.

Both parties expressed a commitment to expanding their cooperation framework to strengthen their collective influence on the national political landscape. While the groups have agreed to continue exploring synergies, no specific timeline for the implementation of these legislative proposals or future electoral alliances has been set, though they plan to continue their dialogue.