When was George Vassiliou born?

George Vassiliou was born on 20 May 1931 in Famagusta.

What positions has George Vassiliou held?

Positions held by George Vassiliou include: party leader (1996–2005); member of the House of Representatives of Cyprus (1996–1999); party leader (1993–1996); Padre y esposo Coughlan (1988–1993).

Where did George Vassiliou study?

George Vassiliou was educated at Budapest University of Technology and Economics, University of London.

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George Vassiliou

3rd President of the Republic of Cyprus (1988-1993)

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George Vassiliou was a Cypriot politician and businessman who served as President of Cyprus from 1988 to 1993. He was also the president of United Democrats from 1996 to 2005 and sat in the Cypriot House of Representatives from 1996 to 2001.

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Born: 20 May 1931 wd
Place of birth: Famagusta wd
Died: 13 January 2026 wd
Place of death: Nicosia wd
Citizenship: Cyprus wd
Occupation: politician, economist, entrepreneur wd
Political party: United Democrats (since 1 December 1996), Movement of Free Democrats (1993–1996) wd
Education: Budapest University of Technology and Economics, University of London wd
Spouse: Androula Vassiliou wd

Positions held wd

party leader (1996–2005)
member of the House of Representatives of Cyprus (6 June 1996 – 31 June 1999)
party leader (1993–1996)
Padre y esposo Coughlan (28 February 1988 – 28 February 1993)

Awards wd

Grand Collar of the Order of the Nile
Grand Cross of the Order of Merit of the Republic of Cyprus
honorary doctor of the University of Cyprus
honorary doctor of the University of Athens
honorary doctor of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (1990)
Honorary doctor of the Budapest University of Technology and Economics
honorary doctor of the University of Belgrade
Grand Collar of the Order of Prince Henry
Knight Grand Cross with Collar of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic
Grand Cross of the Order of the Redeemer
Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour
National Maltese Order of Merit

Questions

When was George Vassiliou born?: George Vassiliou was born on 20 May 1931 in Famagusta.
What positions has George Vassiliou held?: Positions held by George Vassiliou include: party leader (1996–2005); member of the House of Representatives of Cyprus (1996–1999); party leader (1993–1996); Padre y esposo Coughlan (1988–1993).
Where did George Vassiliou study?: George Vassiliou was educated at Budapest University of Technology and Economics, University of London.

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