The National Guard of Cyprus is set to undergo a transformation into a “flexible, semiprofessional army” as outlined by Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas. This shift aims to bolster military capabilities, adapt to modern threats, and uphold the island’s heritage of national security and patriotism.
The National Guard has transformed into a modern, agile force ensuring national stability and security, evolving to meet contemporary challenges through training, technology, and a semiprofessional structure. Defense Minister Vasilis Palmas envisions a responsive and adaptable force, honoring tradition while preparing for future threats, as new conscripts pledge allegiance to safeguard their nation’s freedom and safety.
Cyprus recently received a new 40foot Rafnar search and rescue vessel as a generous donation from Safe Bulkers Inc to boost coastal security. The addition of this stateoftheart boat will significantly enhance the National Guard’s capabilities for rapid and effective maritime interventions, ensuring the safety of Cyprus’s waters.
Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas is determined to fortify Cyprus’ national guard through strategic partnerships, advanced technologies, and sustainable practices, ensuring a formidable deterrence capability. Palmas emphasized the importance of human capital in driving innovation within the armed forces and highlighted the historical resilience of the guard in the face of adversity, pledging to uphold its role as a pillar of security in the region.
