Environmental groups express concern over termination of Cyprus environment commissioner Antonia Theodosiou
Environmental organisations have voiced strong disappointment following the termination of Antonia Theodosiou as Cyprus environment commissioner, describing her departure as a significant loss of environmental expertise for the country. Appointed in January 2024 by President Nikos Christodoulides, Theodosiou had contributed notably to nature protection, animal welfare, and sustainable development, especially in the Akamas peninsula.
Her tenure was marked by controversy and criticism, including disputes over environmental policies such as hunting dog training in protected Natura 2000 areas and roadworks threatening sensitive ecosystems near Aphrodite’s Baths. Theodosiou also highlighted systemic issues in managing natural sites and animal welfare concerns, often drawing public and political scrutiny.
The commissioner’s departure raises questions about future environmental governance in Cyprus, given the ongoing challenges in balancing development with conservation. The government has appointed former Edek MP Elias Myrianthous as her replacement, signaling a new phase for environmental policy leadership.
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