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16-05-2018 20:09
The President of the Republic participated in the European People's Party Meeting in Sofia
The President of the Republic, Mr. Nicos Anastasiades, participated in the afternoon, today, in Sofia, in the European People's Party (EPP) Meeting, which is taking place on the sidelines of the European Union-Western Balkans Summit Meeting.In his remarks after the conclusion of the EPP Meeting, the President of the Republic said that "the Meeting of the European People's Party concentrated mainly on a proclamation which concerns of course the Western Balkans, the prospects, the actions that...
16-05-2018 12:40
Harmonized index of consumer Prices: April 2018
Annual rate of change -0,3%The Harmonized Price Index (HICP) for April 2018 decreased by 0,3% when compared to April 2017, while compared to March of 2018 increased by 1,1%. For the period January-April 2018 the HICP recorded a decrease of 0,6 % compared to the corresponding period of the previous year. (Table 1)Note: The HICP in Euro area for the last month is based on EUROSTAT estimation (flash estimate).Compared to April 2017, the largest change was noted in Clothing and Footwear (-3,...
15-05-2018 12:02
The President of the Republic leaves for Sofia to participate in the European Union–Western Balkans Summit
The President of the Republic Mr Nicos Anastasiades leaves on the morning of May 16, 2018, for Sofia, Bulgaria, to participate in the European Union –Western Balkans Summit.On the same day, in the afternoon, President Anastasiades will also participate in the European Popular Party Summit, which will take place on the sidelines of the EU-Western Balkans Summit.In the evening of 16 May, President Anastasiades will attend an informal dinner hosted by the President of the European Council, Mr ...
14-05-2018 21:18
Statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on the situation in Gaza
The Republic of Cyprus is concerned with today’s serious escalation of the situation in Gaza resulting in dozens of Palestinians killed and hundreds injured. Further loss of life must be avoided and we call on all to demonstrate utmost restraint.What the entire world is witnessing puts into even sharper focus the imperative need for the two sides to resume negotiations for a peaceful resolution to the Palestinian-Israeli conflict in the framework of the two-state solution, which will be to t...
14-05-2018 14:33
Address by the Minister of Transport, Mrs Vassiliki Anastassiadou, on the occasion of the European Conference on Sustainable Urban Mobility Plans
We are very honoured to be hosting the 5th edition of the European Conference on Sustainable Urban Mobility Plans (SUMPs) here in Nicosia, Cyprus and I, warmly welcome you all to the south-eastern corner of Europe. This annual event has come to be recognised as the leading forum for all those involved in putting the SUMP concept into practice, from policy makers to academics to mobility practitioners. What better platform can one find to network, debate key issues and exchange ideas on sust...
14-05-2018 12:43
Events celebrating International Museum Day & European Night of Museums 2018
The Department of Antiquities, Ministry of Transport, Communications and Works, announces various events with free entry, which will take place in its Museums within the framework of the 2018 celebrations for International Museum Day (18th May) and the European Night of Museums (19th May). In addition, on Friday 18th May 2018, all Museums of the Department of Antiquities will have free entry. A list of all Museums and their opening hours, as well as all the events organized can be found on th...
11-05-2018 13:06
Government labour force in April 2018: 51.976 persons
The government labour force increased by 773 persons (1,5%) in April 2018 compared to 2017. The casual staff increased by 9,5% and reached 16.491 persons compared to 15.062 persons in April 2017. Permanent staff decreased by 656 persons (-1,8%). Compared to April 2017 there is an increase in all the categories of government labour force except the Civil Service. The largest increase is observed in category Security Forces (4,5%) in which the casual staff is increased by 14,2% (694 persons)....
11-05-2018 10:57
The President of the Republic receives the credentials of the Ambassador of Japan
The President of the Republic, Mr Nicos Anastasiades, received today, at a formal ceremony at the Presidential Palace, the credentials of the Ambassador of Japan to the Republic of Cyprus, Mr Shinichi Nakatsugawa.Presenting his credentials, Ambassador Nakatsugawa said:“Your Excellency,It is a great honor and privilege for me to be received in audience today by Your Excellency and present my Letters of Credence as the first resident Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to t...
11-05-2018 10:16
The Minister of Foreign Affairs met with the UN Assistant Secretary-General for peacekeeping operations
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Nikos Christodoulides, met today with the United Nations Assistant Secretary-General for peacekeeping operations, Mrs Bintou Keita, who is in Cyprus for a three-day visit. During their meeting they discussed relations between the host government and UNFICYP, as well as the ongoing implementation of the Force’s strategic review, as mandated by the Security Council. The Foreign Minister also reaffirmed the Republic of Cyprus’ appreciation for UNFICYP and the ...
11-05-2018 09:56
The President of the Republic received the credentials of the High Commissioner of the United Kingdom
The President of the Republic, Mr Nicos Anastasiades, received today, at a formal ceremony at the Presidential Palace, the credentials of the British High Commissioner to the Republic of Cyprus, Mr Stephen Lillie.Presenting his credentials, High Commissioner Lillie, said:“Your Excellency,It is a great honour and privilege for me to have been appointed as the new British High Commissioner in Cyprus. In assuming my new duties, I am very well aware of the long and special history that our t...
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