President Christodoulides inaugurates upgraded Nicosia General Hospital emergency department

President Nikos Christodoulides officially inaugurated the renovated and expanded accident and emergency department (A&E) at Nicosia General Hospital on Monday, October 19, 2026. The project represents an investment of 4.1 million euros aimed at modernizing national health infrastructure, improving patient care standards, and providing better working conditions for medical staff. Key additions include a dedicated space for relatives to receive updates on patients and a rest area for healthcare professionals.

During the event, the President emphasized that upgrading A&E departments nationwide is a core government priority. He recounted two personal experiences where he brought his daughters to the facility since taking office, noting that he waited for treatment like any other citizen without prior notification to the staff. He described the medical response on both occasions as exemplary.

This renovation is part of a broader government strategy to modernize public healthcare facilities across Cyprus. The government maintains that health and education are top priorities, treating them as long-term investments rather than mere budgetary expenses. Looking forward, the administration continues to oversee significant public infrastructure projects, with plans for further government-funded developments totaling over 3.5 billion euros expected to be reviewed by the cabinet in late 2027.