Nikolaos Varellas appointed new Deputy High Commissioner of Cyprus to Australia

·

After almost two years working at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Cyprus, Nikolaos Varellas has now been appointed to Canberra, Australia to fulfil the duty of Deputy High Commissioner of the Republic of Cyprus.

Mr Varellas has replaced Stavros Nicolaou, who was transferred to the High Commission in Tel Aviv, Israel.

Mr Varellas studied law at the Athens Law School. He also went on to obtain his masters focusing on the cultural management of Cyprus.

Athens Law School. Photo: Ekathimerini.

His new duties include the promotion and public awareness of the Cyprus issue that has plagued the island for 50 years, and organising meetings with representatives of Cypriots in Oceania nations.

Mr Varellas will also hold periodic meetings with accredited persons from member countries of the European Union, of which Cyprus is also a member.

He will assist compatriots in matters of passports, visas and signature certifications.

Share:

KEEP UP TO DATE WITH TGH

By subscribing you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

Latest News

Federal Court finds Greek Flash News publisher defamed Archbishop Makarios

The Federal Court has awarded $300,000 in damages to Archbishop Makarios after finding online articles defamatory.

Sydney Comedy Festival launches into its 21st year with strong Greek lineup

The Sydney Comedy Festival officially launched its 2026 program on Thursday night at Darling Quarter Theatre, marking the 21st year of the cultural institution...

Cumberland Cr Steve Christou leads revolt against Indigenous ward renaming motion

Councillor Steve Christou has led the charge against a proposal to investigate renaming Cumberland Council’s wards with Indigenous titles.

Panathinaikos FC advance on penalties to Europa League Last 16

Panathinaikos FC advanced to the Last 16 of the UEFA Europa League after defeating Viktoria Plzen on penalties.

Athens and Washington deepen strategic ties in White House meeting

Greek Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapetritis held a 50-minute meeting with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio at the White House on Thursday.

You May Also Like

Greek parliament approves controversial environmental bill

On the eve of the vote, Greenpeace and the World Wildlife Fund said they had collected 30,000 signatures in an online petition against the legislation

The Greek Herald finalists lead the way in 2025 Greek International Women Awards

The Greek Herald’s own Dimitra Skalkos and Andriana Simos are finalists in the 2025 Greek International Women Awards.

Greek American police officer shot at Las Vegas protest in critical condition

Greek American officer Shay Mikalonis continued to fight for his life on Wednesday after undergoing successful surgery to remove a bullet from his neck.