‘National Guard modernisation, deterrence a continuous priority’

Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas said sustained efforts are under way to ensure the National Guard remains on a continuous path of development, modernisation and strengthening, so it can effectively fulfill its mission and respond to modern demands and challenges.

In an interview published on Sunday in Phileleftheros, Palmas referred to the strengthening of the National Guard’s armaments programmes through Cyprus’ intergovernmental agreements with the United States and Israel, as well...