IOI European Board meets President of Cyprus

IOI European Board meets President of Cyprus

Published January 21, 2025

The Members of the European Regional Board of the International Ombudsman Institute (IOI), including the Parliamentary Ombudsman of Malta, Judge Emeritus Joseph Zammit McKeon, had a meeting with the President of the Republic of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, at the Presidential Palace in Lefkosia. 

The meeting formed part of the IOI European Board’s visit to Cyprus for a scheduled board meeting.

During the discussion, President Christodoulides emphasised the crucial role that Ombudsman institutions play in safeguarding and advancing human rights. 

The IOI European Board members reaffirmed their commitment to upholding standards of good governance, accountability, and transparency within public administration, and highlighted ongoing initiatives to strengthen collaboration among Ombudsman bodies across Europe.