Trump-Backed Influencer Fidias Runs for Cyprus Elections
Fidias Panayiotou, a prominent Cypriot Europarliament member and popular YouTube influencer, has officially announced his candidacy for the Cyprus parliamentary elections scheduled for May 2024. This news was reported by Politico and initially shared during a local television interview with Tv Sigma, where Fidias made a memorable appearance wearing a military helmet.
Election Details and Background
The upcoming Cyprus parliamentary elections will take place while the country holds the rotating presidency of the European Union. Fidias Panayiotou was elected to the European Parliament in June 2024, making him one of the youngest members in Brussels.
Currently, he is affiliated with the non-attached group in the European Parliament. His political views have often drawn comparisons to those of Elon Musk, earning him the nickname “Musk’s man in the European Parliament.”
Candidacy and Party Affiliation
Fidias will run for office representing the ‘Democracy Direct’ party. According to Cypriot electoral law, if he wins, he will have to make a critical decision regarding his position. He’ll need to choose between maintaining his seat in the European Parliament or taking a position in the Nicosia Parliament.
Key Facts at a Glance
- Candidate: Fidias Panayiotou
- Election Date: May 2024
- Party: Democracy Direct
- Current Position: Europarliament member since June 2024
- Aged: One of the youngest members in the European Parliament
- Nickname: ‘Musk’s man in the European Parliament’
As Fidias Panayiotou embarks on his campaign, his influence as both a politician and an online personality will play a crucial role in shaping his bid for parliamentary leadership in Cyprus.
