2018 Cypriot Presidential Election

Background

The 2018 Cypriot presidential election was the twelfth presidential election held in Cyprus after the country declared independence.

Election Dates

The election took place on two dates: the first round was held on **28 January 2018**, and the second round was held on **4 February 2018**.

Electoral System

The President of the Republic of Cyprus is chosen through a direct, universal voting method, with secret ballots. Each citizen has the right to vote for their preferred candidate.

First Round (28 January 2018)

No candidate received a majority of the votes in the first round, held on 28 January 2018. The top two candidates from this round proceeded to the second round: Nikos Anastasiadis, the current President, and Stavros Malas, an ECEL candidate.

Second Round (4 February 2018)

In the second round, held on 4 February 2018, **Nikos Anastasiadis** won with **55.9%** of the votes, receiving **215,281** votes. He was elected to a new term as President of the Republic of Cyprus.

Voting Requirements

To win the election, a candidate must receive at least **50%** of the total valid votes cast.

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