Romania-Cyprus cooperation

Cypriot Metropolitan Isaiah receives Romanian Patriarchate distinction during Bucharest visit

His Grace Assistant Bishop Timotei of Prahova received Metropolitan Isaiah of Tamassos and Orini from the Orthodox Church of Cyprus at the Patriarchal Palace in Bucharest on Saturday. On the occasion, Bishop Timotei presented Metropolitan Isaiah, on behalf of Patriarch Daniel, with the Order of St Demetrius the New, Protector of Bucharest, which includes an…

Jun 8, 2026Aurelian Iftimiu

Romanian ambassador to Cyprus highlights Orthodox ties during farewell visit to Archbishop George

Romanian Ambassador Dan Mihalache paid a visit on Saturday to Archbishop George of New Justiniana and All Cyprus, highlighting the close relations between the sister Orthodox Churches of Romania and Cyprus. The meeting took place in the context of the Romanian diplomat concluding his mandate in Cyprus after five years in office. In a message…

May 11, 2026Aurelian Iftimiu

Romanian Orthodox Community in Cyprus marks 30th anniversary with cultural and religious events

The Romanian Orthodox Community in Cyprus is celebrating this year three decades since its founding. This celebration is marked by a series of cultural and religious events. On Sunday in Nicosia, Romanians celebrated in the presence of Metropolitan Christophoros of Karpasia. Also present was Romania’s Ambassador to Cyprus, Dan Mihalache. They were joined by Yannis…

Oct 2, 2025Aurelian Iftimiu

Archbishop of Cyprus raises his voice in Bucharest about his nation’s struggle: We must follow St Demetrius the Great Martyr

His Beatitude Archbishop George of New Justiniana and All Cyprus led the liturgy for the feast of St. Demetrius the Great Martyr at the Patriarchal Cathedral’s outdoor altar in Bucharest. During his sermon, Archbishop George reflected on St. Demetrius’s sacrifice, drawing a parallel to the ongoing hardships of the Cypriot Orthodox people. “The Romanian people…

Oct 28, 2024Aurelian Iftimiu

Patriarch of Romania welcomes new Cypriot Ambassador on presentation visit

His Beatitude Patriarch Daniel of the Romanian Orthodox Church welcomed His Excellency Marios Kountourides, Ambassador of the Republic of Cyprus to Romania, on a presentation visit at the patriarchal residence on Wednesday, March 15, 2023. His Excellency thanked His Beatitude for the warm welcome and conveyed a message of friendship and appreciation from the people…

Mar 15, 2023Aurelian Iftimiu