AKEL calls for investigation into former Energy Minister's claims regarding Vasiliko terminal

On November 5, 2026, the opposition party AKEL demanded an investigation into serious allegations made by former Energy Minister George Papanastasiou. In a recent appearance on the 'Tsouroullis Unsensored' podcast, Papanastasiou claimed that political interference and various vested interests have obstructed the construction of the natural gas liquefaction terminal in Vasiliko, leading to significant project delays and increased costs.

AKEL has formally requested that the Independent Authority Against Corruption examine these claims. The party argues that Papanastasiou's statements raise fundamental questions regarding the decision-making processes of the Nikos Christodoulides administration, not only within the energy sector but across the government's broader operations. AKEL emphasized that these issues affect the public interest and the integrity of national institutions, asserting that such serious allegations cannot remain unaddressed.

Currently, AKEL is pressuring the government to clarify who will take responsibility for investigating these matters and is questioning why the Independent Authority Against Corruption has not yet initiated an ex officio investigation, given its legal mandate to do so. The situation remains developing as stakeholders await a formal response from the government and potential action from the anti-corruption body.