Annita Demetriou President House of Representatives of the Republic of Cyprus Mrs Annita Demetriou, is the first woman and the youngest person to serve as President of the House of Representatives of the Republic of Cyprus. She was elected as a Representative in 2016 and re-elected in 2021 and 2026. She holds a university degree in Social and Political Sciences as well as a postgraduate title in International Relations and European Studies. She aims for and strives towards the advancement of parliamentary work, the modernisation and digital transformation of the functioning of the House of Representatives as well as the strengthening of the communication with the citizens, within an interactive framework. Her priorities include, among other issues, the promotion of human rights, the eradication of gender stereotypes, the protection of the environment and the strengthening of parliamentary diplomacy.