AKEL party initiates discussions regarding the 2028 presidential elections

The Central Committee of the AKEL party in Cyprus is set to convene on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at 09:30 AM to deliberate on strategies for the 2028 presidential elections. The meeting will take place at the ETKA-PEO building in Nicosia, where General Secretary Stefanos Stefanou will deliver an opening speech accessible to the media.

While speculation previously suggested that AKEL might seek a candidate from the center-right political spectrum to maximize electoral support, recent reports indicate that the party is increasingly considering internal options. There is growing internal discussion regarding a potential candidacy by Stefanos Stefanou himself. Stefanou has publicly suggested that AKEL's role in the presidency did not conclude with the 2008–2013 term, signaling a potential ambition for the party to reclaim the leadership of the country for the 2028–2033 period. Supporters highlight his leadership profile and perceived public accessibility as key assets.

This meeting marks a pivotal phase in the party's formalization of its electoral roadmap. As preparations accelerate, the upcoming sessions of the Central Committee are expected to clarify the party's final approach and whether they will pursue an external coalition or support their own Secretary General in the upcoming race.