Cyprus is seeking to establish a new regional organisation for security and cooperation in the Middle East, with President Nikos Christodoulides describing it as a potential “anchor of stability” in one of the world’s most turbulent regions.

Speaking publicly about the idea for the first time at a conference in Nicosia, Christodoulides revealed that Cyprus is working to develop the necessary political groundwork for such an organisation, which he compared to “a sort of NATO or OSCE of the Middle East.”

“This would underline the benefits of promoting regional cooperation,” the president said, noting that the initiative aims to provide a structured platform for dialogue, peace, and collective security among neighbouring states.

Cyprus has long positioned itself as a diplomatic bridge between continents. The island has already played a critical role in regional crisis management, acting as an evacuation hub for civilians fleeing conflicts in the Middle East.

The proposed organisation would aim to enhance dialogue, trust, and security cooperation between Middle Eastern and Mediterranean countries. While details remain under discussion, the plan signals Nicosia’s ambition to expand its regional diplomatic footprint and to promote a new framework for collective stability.

Christodoulides emphasized that the initiative aligns with Cyprus’s strategic role within the EU and its longstanding commitment to peace and multilateralism. “We are ready to lead this effort,” he said, positioning the island as a connector between Europe and its southern neighbours.