The actions of political leaders must be characterized by integrity, accountability and commitment to defend democratic values, President of the House of Representatives Annita Demetriou has said.
Demetriou, in her capacity as Ambassador of the Network of Women Political Leaders (WPL), made a statement on behalf of the House of Representatives, at the conclusion of the deliberations of the WPL Summit in Athens.
A press release by the Parliament says that in her statement, the President of the Parliament underlined that the actions of political leaders must be characterized by integrity, accountability and commitment to the defense of democratic values and the restoration of citizens’ trust in public institutions.
Our actions as political leaders must promote the cultivation of a political culture that promotes bridging partisan divides, overcoming ideological differences, seeking consensus and common ground, and focusing on the common goals and interests, she pointed out.
Demetriou stressed that the activ
e participation of women and young people in decision-making processes and in public debate is of essential importance for the formation of resilient and inclusive democracies, noting that taking relevant initiatives is a collective responsibility of political leaders.
The House President called on the citizens to exercise their voting rights in the upcoming elections, thereby contributing to shielding and strengthening the democracy.
Concluding, she expressed her firm commitment, in her dual capacity as the first female President of the House of Representatives and WPL Ambassador, to work with determination to promote women’s empowerment and accelerate progress towards this goal.
Source: Cyprus News Agency