1988 Cypriot Presidential Election

The 1988 Cypriot presidential election was held on February 14, 1988, with a second round on February 21, 1988.

Electoral System

The President of the Republic of Cyprus is elected directly by the people through universal and secret ballot. The President's term of office is five years, beginning on the day of its establishment before the House of Representatives, where the elected president gives the renewed assurance.

When only one candidate applies for nomination, they are declared elected President of the Republic of Cyprus without a vote. When there are multiple candidates, the winner must secure more than 50% of the valid votes. If no candidate achieves this majority, a re-election is held on the respective day of the next week between the two candidates who received most votes.

Election Results

The first round of voting took place on February 14, 1988. However, as none of the candidates secured more than 50% of the valid votes, a second round was necessary. The second round was held on February 21, 1988.

In the second round, non-partisan candidate George Vassiliou emerged victorious, securing the support of the Progressive Party of the Working People of Cyprus (AKEL). He won against Glafkos Clerides and Spyros Kyprianou, who had sought re-election.