Establishment of a National Civil Protection Mechanism in Cyprus
September 17, 2025
The Cabinet has decided to create a National Mechanism for Civil Protection to improve crisis management. The Civil Defense and fire services will be integrated into the Ministry of Interior, which will be renamed the Ministry of Interior and Civil Protection. The appointment of a National Coordinator will ensure the organization and coordination of all involved services. The planning of national strategies will be updated based on new needs. Climate change highlights the need for better coordination in addressing natural disasters.