Green Party of Cyprus and Direct Democracy Movement hold talks on electoral reform

On Friday, October 9, 2026, representatives from the Green Party – Citizens' Cooperation and the Direct Democracy Movement held a formal meeting to discuss political cooperation and potential legislative reforms. The delegations included high-ranking officials such as the Green Party’s Vice Presidents Katerina Chatzistylli and Loukas Stylianou, and the leader of the Direct Democracy Movement, MEP Fidias Panayiotou.

The discussions focused on the Green Party's initiative to reform the current electoral system. Key proposals presented include the introduction of horizontal voting, the restoration of proportional representation in the second and third seat allocation phases, and the abolition of the 3.6% electoral threshold. Both parties analyzed the weaknesses of the existing framework, citing the need for greater political pluralism, voting equality, and enhanced democratic representation.

Beyond electoral reforms, the groups addressed pressing social and economic issues, including rising costs of living and national energy policies. Both sides issued a joint statement affirming their commitment to exploring further synergies and developing a broader framework for cooperation. This dialogue is intended to strengthen their collective influence in the political landscape, though no specific timeline for future legislative proposals or further meetings was explicitly provided in the initial reports.