Once again Marios Garoyan is trying to write history.

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18-10-2006

After becoming the first Armenian Cypriot Parliamentarian he is
contesting for the new leadership of the ruling Democratic Party
(Diko), following President Papadopoulos’ decision to step down two
months ago. On the 7th of October during a special political congress
President Papadopoulos gave his farewell speech and resigned.

For the new leadership, two candidates will fight it out on October
22 2006, Nicos Cleanthous MP and Marios Garoyan MP.

Garoyan described his nomination as one of "Collectivity and consensus
with perspective." and added "Diko has the background, the manpower and
the capabilities to become a modern flexible and pluralistic party,
and above all a party that presents the right image and articulates
modern political talk."

>From his part, Nicos Cleanthous, who has been acting party president
for the past 8 years, said that the party needs "Collectivity,
solidarity and unity". "Those who want to be leaders must be
accompanied by courage, sincerity, reliability, dedication, solidarity,
humility and generosity". He added.

Referring to his rival candidate Marios Garoyan he said that his
presence "Strengthened the party convention and gives grace to the
electoral contest."

At this point is should be mentioned that Marios Garoyan officially
reported that his Armenian origin is been exploited by some Diko
members.

According to Diko General Secretary, Vasilis Palmas, about 13,000
Diko members with a voting right are expected to attend the electoral
congress.

The voting will take place in all districts of the island.

If Cleanthous succeeds, the post of Deputy President will be vacant,
an election process is expected to follow for the post and other
vacated offices.

Hayem.org wishes all the best to Marios Garoyan MP.