Recommendations for Addressing Foot-and-Mouth Disease and Supporting Tourism
March 16, 2026
The president of DIKO requests the President of the Republic to convene a Council of Leaders regarding the foot-and-mouth disease and the impacts of the war in the Middle East. He proposes immediate compensations for affected farmers and emphasizes the need for support for the tourism industry due to negative effects. He suggests an advertising campaign for Cyprus and a support plan for tourism. He also recommends maintaining air connectivity and supporting hotels at risk of closure. His stance reflects concern for the economy of Cyprus.