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18-02-2019 10:28
Deputy Minister of Shipping, MsNatasa Pilides, gives an interview to “It’s ALL about Shipping”
Topics related to the Deputy Ministry of Shipping and the maritime industry were discussed during a radio interview given by the Deputy Minister of Shipping, Ms Natasa Pilides, in “It’s ALL about Shipping” radio program, broadcasted on the community radio of the Cyprus University of Technology (TEPAK), Cut-Radio 95, on February 1, 2019.Inter alia, Deputy Minister Pilides said that the Deputy Ministry of Shipping and the Ministry of Education and Culture are working towards the inclusion of a...
14-02-2019 10:19
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Nikos Christodoulides, addressed a letter to his British counterpart
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Nikos Christodoulides, addressed a letter on Wednesday, February 13, 2019, to the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs of the United Kingdom, Mr Jeremy Hunt, in response to Mr Hunt’s letter regarding the issue of citizens’ rights following the withdrawal of the United Kingdom from the European Union.In this letter, inter alia, Minister Christodoulides notes that although Cyprus deeply regrets the UK’s withdrawal from the European Union, ...
12-02-2019 16:34
Speech by the Presidential Commissioner, Mr Photis Photiou, honoring the President of the State of Israel, Mr Reuven Rivlin
It is a true honor and a pleasure to welcome President Rivlin, here, today, at this very special and historical place for all Jewish people, which at the same time has become a very special and historical place for Cypriots as well. The former British Military Hospital (BMH) is the birth place of many Jewish children. As we mark the 73th anniversary of the closing of the prison camps that housed a significant number of Holocaust survivors, we humbly pay our tribute to those who escaped from...
12-02-2019 16:20
Address by the President of the House, Mr Demetris Syllouris, on the occasion of the inauguration of the Cyprus Israel Friendship Monument
It is with deep emotion that we have gathered here today, to witness the inauguration of the commemorative plaque by our dear President of the State of Israel, Mr Reuven Rivlin. This event marks 70 years since the closure of the detention camps in Cyprus that held Israeli migrants on their way to Palestine during the period 1946-49 and honors the friendship between the peoples of Israel and Cyprus.The site chosen for this commemorative plaque is rich with symbolism and messages as we are sur...
12-02-2019 11:13
The President of the Republic met with the President of the State of Israel
The President of the Republic, Mr Nicos Anastasiades, met today, at the Presidential Palace, with the President of the State of Israel, Mr Reuven Rivlin, who is paying a state visit to Cyprus.The President of the State of Israel arrived at the Presidential Palace in the morning, where he was officially welcomed by President Anastasiades, while a military guard was presenting honors. The performance of the national anthems of the two countries followed, and then President Rivlin laid a wreath...
11-02-2019 20:00
Remarks by the Presidential Commissioner Mr Photis Photiou at the reception on the occasion of the 40th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution of Iran
I am delighted to join you this evening to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution of Iran and to convey, on behalf of the President and the Government of the Republic of Cyprus, warmest congratulations and sincere best wishes.Cyprus and Iran are bound by traditional ties of friendship and have long established a close co-operation at the bilateral and multilateral level. It is my sincere conviction that our relations will continue to prosper and become even more robust in t...
11-02-2019 14:51
Information on air quality measurements
The Department of Labour Inspection operates a network of Air Quality Measurement Stations, the results of which are presented in real-time on the Department’s website and mobile applications. However, at present the mobile applications for Android and iOS devices are currently unavailable due to a site migration and software upgrade.The public is advised to visit the upgraded version of the Department’s website at http://www.airquality.dli.mlsi.gov.cy/ for up-to-date air quality measurement...
11-02-2019 14:00
Government labour force by category: January 2019
Government Labour Force: 51.113In January 2019 the Government labour force increased by 492 persons (1,0%) in comparison to the corresponding month of 2018 and reached 51.113 persons. Permanent staff decreased by 538 persons (-1,5%). Casual staff increased by 6,9% and reached 15.925 persons compared to 14.895 persons in January 2018. Compared to January 2018 there is an increase in all the categories of government labour force except in the category of Hourly Paid Workers. The largest in...
11-02-2019 11:15
The PIO organizes a Strategic Communication Seminar, given by Mr Paul Connors, Communication Director of Ireland’s Health and Safety Executive & Head of the Implementation Team of the General Health System of Ireland
Photo Album - The PIO organizes a Strategic Communication Seminar given by Mr Paul Connors, Communication Director of Ireland’s Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and Head of the Implementation Team of the General Health System of Ireland.
11-02-2019 10:49
Kissonerga Postal Agency
The Cyprus Post accepts applications from citizens of the community of Kissonerga village to take over the local postal agency in the form of assignment of duties and not employment, as well as the delivery of mail, with a remuneration of €780.00 on a monthly basis.Interested people may contact Paphos District Post Officer at tel.: 26821081-26821083.Application deadline is Friday, 22 February 2019.
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