University of Nicosia opens branch in Athens

On April 30, 2026, Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides inaugurated the new branch of the University of Nicosia in Athens, Greece, in the presence of Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis. President Christodoulides identified education as a cornerstone of the Cypriot economy, emphasizing that the government allocates the largest share of its budget to education and health. He highlighted the university's growth, noting that it currently hosts approximately 14,000 students from 100 countries. According to official data mentioned by the President, Cyprus has attracted nearly 40,000 foreign students since the national strategy to invest in higher education began in 2007. The administration aims to further strengthen the connection between education and the labor market. Christodoulides expressed confidence that the University of Nicosia will expand with additional branches in other European capitals soon. The government reaffirmed its support for the institution's international expansion efforts as a long-term investment in Cyprus's future.