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03-12-2018 08:10
PIO co-organizes the second European Language Resource Coordination workshop in Cyprus, on December 4
In 2014 the European Commission launched the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) to support trans-European networks and infrastructures in the sectors of transport, telecommunications and energy with the aim to establish a Digital Single Market in the 28 EU member states, Iceland and Norway. One of CEF’s key objectives is to facilitate cross-border interaction between public administrations, businesses and citizens, by providing and supporting multiple Digital Service Infrastructures (DSIs). The...
01-12-2018 09:25
Address by the President of the Republic, Mr Nicos Anastasiades, at the Cyprus – Russia Business Association and the CCCI Gala Dinner, on November 30
I am delighted to be here among such distinguished friends in this celebratory event of the long-standing historic and powerful links that bind our two countries together.In this regard, and before proceeding further, I feel obliged to congratulate the Cyprus – Russian Business Association and the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry for organizing this festive event, which once more reaffirms the exceptional level of the bilateral relations between Cyprus and RussiaOur countries share ...
30-11-2018 20:37
Address by the President of the Republic Mr. Nicos Anastasiades at CIBA’s 2018 Annual General Meeting
It is a great pleasure to join you at the Annual General Meeting of the Cyprus International Businesses Association (CIBA) and an honor to address such a distinguished audience.A meeting which coincides with the Association’s 25th year Anniversary. A milestone anniversary through which the Association celebrates its achievements and at the same time once more reaffirms its commitment to further advancing the interests of its members, to the benefit of the country and its people.In this rega...
30-11-2018 13:27
Cyprus - Serbia sign a Joint Communiqué on 30 November 2018, in Nicosia
1. The 2nd Intergovernmental Summit between the Republic of Cyprus and the Republic of Serbia took place in Nicosia, on 30 November 2018, and was held in an atmosphere of friendship and mutual understanding that traditionally characterize the Cyprus-Serbian relationship. 2. During the Summit the entire spectrum of bilateral relations was reviewed. The two sides noted the excellent level of bilateral relations that are based on deeply rooted historical as well as cultural bonds. At the same t...
30-11-2018 12:42
Demographic Report 2017
PopulationThe population of the Government controlled area is estimated at 864.200 at the end of 2017, compared to 854.800 at the end of 2016, recording an increase of 1,1%.The proportion of children below 15 was estimated at 16,2% while the proportion of persons aged 65 and over increased to 15,9% in 2017, compared to 22,3% and 11,3% respectively in 2000. There was therefore a gradual increase in the proportion of old-aged persons and a decrease in the proportion of children, demonstrating...
29-11-2018 20:58
Address by the Minister of Agriculture, Rural Development and Environment Mr. Costas Kadis on the occasion of the celebration of the 100th Anniversary of Romania’s National Day
It is with distinct honour and privilege that I join you this evening to celebrate the National Day of Romania, in commemoration of the 100years Anniversary of Romania’s unification in 1918.On behalf of the President, the Government and the People of the Republic of Cyprus, on this auspicious occasion, I wish to extend my most heartfelt congratulations and warmest wishes for the further progress and prosperity of the friendly people of Romania.One hundred years onward, Romania is a modern d...
28-11-2018 14:15
Guided tours to the exhibition by Dimitris Alithinos “Hysteron, Proteron, Us”
The Department of Antiquities, Ministry of Transport, Communications and Works, announces that during the exhibition of Dimitris Alithinos “Hysteron, Proteron, Us”, guided tours will be offered during the following dates and times:1st December 2018, 10:00-11:3015th December 2018, 10:00-11:30The exhibition will take place at the Archaeological Museum of the Lemesos District and it is organized within the framework of the European Year of Cultural Heritage 2018, using the slogan “Our heritag...
27-11-2018 14:03
The Minister of Education and Culture, Mr Kostas Champiaouris, participates in the deliberations of the Education, Youth, Culture and Sport EU Council, in Brussels
The Minister of Education and Culture, Mr Kostas Champiaouris, participates in the deliberations of the Education, Youth, Culture and Sport EU Council, in Brussels.For Minister Champiaouris' statetments, follow the link https://youtu.be/PvmhMFkq-4k
27-11-2018 09:41
The Shipping Deputy Ministry to the President organises a photo competition
The Shipping Deputy Ministry to the President and the Cyprus Marine Club with the support of Cyprus’ Photographic Society are delighted to officially launch a photo competition with the topic: “Cyprus: The Shipping Star of the Mediterranean”.The photo competition has the dual purpose of further raising public awareness regarding Cyprus shipping, while at the same time enriching the archive of images available by the Shipping Deputy Ministry for its upcoming promotional campaigns.The photo c...
26-11-2018 17:37
Announcement for the results of Treasury Bills Auction 26th of October 2018
13 Week Treasury Bills (30.11.2018-01.03.2019) for the amount of €100.000.000The Public Debt Management Office announces that during today’s 13 Week Treasury Bills Auction, tenders for a total nominal value of €66,75 mn were submitted and have all been accepted with a weighted average yield of -0,21%. The accepted yields ranged between -0,19% and -0,23%. The comprehensive results of the auction are shown below: Announced amount€100.000.000Tenor13 WeeksAuction date2...
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