Cyprus National Guard chief calls for constant readiness
Cyprus National Guard chief Lieutenant General Emmanuel Theodorou stated that the prolonged occupation of part of the island and the rapid development of events in the region require constant vigilance. The operational readiness of the National Guard on land, at sea and in the air is, according to him, one of the main priorities. Cyprus Mail reports.
Modernisation of the National Guard
Theodorou spoke on September 8 at an event marking the day of the patron saint of the armed forces of the Republic of Cyprus. He said that the National Guard is changing and modernising, introducing new technologies and modern procedures to become more flexible and effective.
According to the National Guard chief, thanks to continuous training, daily activities and high-level cooperation with friendly countries, it continues to be a pillar of security for the Cypriot people and a guarantor of stability in the region.
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Armed Forces Day celebrations
Speaking about the occupation of part of Cyprus, Theodorou stated that the National Guard protects the country's land and will remain in constant readiness until justice and legality are restored in the partially occupied homeland. He also called today's conscripts the present and future of Cyprus.
The official celebration of Armed Forces Day of the Republic of Cyprus took place at the Cathedral of Apostle Barnabas. The service was attended by Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas, members of parliament, Theodorou, acting permanent secretary of the Ministry of Defence Stelios Kountouris, the leadership of the National Guard, representatives of public services and local authorities, as well as retired officers and non-commissioned officers.
