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National Unity Party (UBP)
Working language: English
25/06/2026 | 12:05:06 Madam Chair, Distinguished members, Access to healthcare is a fundamental human right. It is also essential for social cohesion, public health and human dignity. Many migrants and refugees face significant barriers when seeking healthcare, including language difficulties, lack of information, administrative obstacles and limited access to mental health services. These barriers can delay treatment, worsen existing conditions and ultimately affect both individual well-being and public health... 24/06/2026 | 12:30:36 Mister Chair, Distinguished members, Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming our societies. It offers tremendous opportunities to improve public services, strengthen citizen participation, support economic growth and enhance evidence-based policymaking. As the report rightly argues, highlights, AI may become one of the most transformative developments in human history. However, technological innovation is advancing faster than our ability to fully understand, regulate and govern its... 24/04/2026 | 10:58:28 Madam President, Dear colleagues, Cyprus, the "Island of Aphrodite", holds a unique place in history and international relations. The Republic of Cyprus was established under the 1959 London and Zurich Agreements by Greece, Türkiye and the United Kingdom as guarantor powers. Its constitution was drafted in accordance with the founding agreements and entered into force in 1960. However, the constitutional order was forcefully disrupted by Greek Cypriots in 1963 and Turkish Cypriots were... 21/04/2026 | 18:58:21 Mister Chair, distinguished colleagues, Freedom of religion or belief is not only a fundamental human right, but also a cornerstone of democratic societies. Yet, as highlighted in the draft resolution before us, manifestations of intolerance and discrimination based on religion are on the rise, including in the form of hate speech, exclusion and violence. In Cyprus, this challenge can be observed in a particularly concerning manner. Turkish Cypriot people, with their distinct cultural and... 28/01/2026 | 13:27:42 Undelivered speech, Rules of Procedure Art. 31.2. Strengthening democracies with young people requires moving beyond symbolic participation toward meaningful inclusion and shared responsibility. Young people must be recognised not only as beneficiaries of democratic systems, but also as active actors in shaping them. This requires creating opportunities for their engagement in decision-making processes and fostering an environment in which young voices are valued, respected, and able to...