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03-11-2021 12:17

Speech by the Minister of Defence, Mr Charalambos Petrides, at the multinational exercise “NEMESIS 2021”

It is with great pleasure that I welcome all of you at JRCC Larnaca for the purposes of this year’s Multinational Exercise NEMESIS 2021.The Republic of Cyprus is making every effort for constant upgrading of our procedures dealing with emergency situations such as antiterrorism operations, Search and Rescue, and pollution of marine environment, within our Exclusive Economic Zone. Our compass is our obligations deriving from International Law, UNCLOS as well as our high sense of responsibilit...

03-11-2021 11:36

Photo Album - Interior Minister – Community Council of Lympia

The Minister of Interior, Mr Nicos Nouris, visits the community of Lympia to see on the spot the damages caused by the recent weather conditions.

03-11-2021 08:26

Aerial spraying against the insect «Pine Processionary Caterpillar»

The Department of Forests of the Ministry of Agriculture Rural Development and Environment, announces that aerial spraying against the insect “Pine Processionary Caterpillar” will be carried out during the period November 2021 – January 2022, in forested areas.The aerial spraying will start at 07:30 and will finish at 14:30. The affected residents and authorities will be informed by individual notice on time.(MV/ECHR)

03-11-2021 08:07

Statement of Cyprus in the joint general debate in the Fourth Committee of the United Nations General Assembly at its 76th session, on 1st November 2021

Delivered by the Deputy Permanent Representative of Cyprus to the UN, Ms Polly IoannouMadam Chair,My delegation is pleased to see you in the chair and congratulates you on your well-deserved election. My remarks complement the statement of the European Union, to which my delegation fully subscribes, and will cover decolonization, peacekeeping and Special Political Missions.On peacekeeping, I would like to take this opportunity as a host country, to express our gratitude to the Member State...

02-11-2021 18:25

Photo Album - Agriculture Minister at 2021 UN Climate Change Conference

The Minister of Agriculture, Rural Development and Environment, Mr Costas Kadis, at the 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference(COP26), in Glasgow, Scotland.

02-11-2021 14:11

Rapid antigen testing units – 3 November 2021

Based on the decisions of the Council of Ministers, and aiming at the suppression of the dispersion of the virus SARS-CoV-2, as of the 18th of October, in places where SafePass is required, individuals aged 12 and above must hold one of the following:1. Certificate of full vaccination.2. Proof that they have been infected with COVID-19 during the last six months.3. Certificate of a PCR negative test or a negative rapid antigen test result, valid for 72 hours.According to the Ministe...

02-11-2021 12:47

President of the Republic Mr Nicos Anastasiades’ video message at the side event organised by the UK, on the sidelines of the COP26, on Forests and Land Use – Glasgow, 2 November

«Forests matter to me and to my country because forests, forest-based sector, biodiversity and sustainable land use are an essential part in our transition to a modern, climate neutral and resource-efficient economy. The commitments and actions proposed in the Glasgow Leaders’ Declaration on Forests and Land Use will deliver growing, healthy, diverse and resilient forests and ensure their significant contribution to our climate and biodiversity ambitions, thriving livelihoods in rural areas a...

02-11-2021 12:27

Address by the President of the Republic, Mr Nicos Anastasiades, at the UN Climate Change Conference (COP26)

Glasgow, 2 November 2021Allow me at the outset to convey my deep appreciation and sincere congratulations to the Government of the United Kingdom for hosting COP26, as well as the Secretariat of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change for organising this extremely important and timely Conference for averting the challenges associated with climate change.Challenges that are global and can only be mitigated if we all act together, with a sense of utmost urgency and joint commitment towa...

02-11-2021 11:14

Home administration of a booster dose of the vaccine against COVID-19 to bedridden patients

The Ministry of Health proceeds with the administration of a booster dose of the vaccine at home to bedridden patients, following the same procedure applied during the initial phase of the National Vaccination Plan against COVID-19.In particular, individuals who have been vaccinated at home during the initial stage of the vaccination plan and are still bedridden, will have the possibility, if they so wish, to receive the 3rd dose in their place of residence. Beneficiaries should complete the...

02-11-2021 08:28

Statement by the Representative of Cyprus at the 76th Session of the Sixth Committee of the United Nations General Assembly, Mr Haris Chrysostomou

Item 82 (Cluster II) – Report of the International Law Commission Session, Sixth Committee, 76th UN General Assembly, 1 Nov. 2021 [Delivered by Haris Chrysostomou, First Secretary and Sixth Committee Expert] As this is the first time that Cyprus takes the floor under your Chairmanship, I would like to join the previous speakers in congratulating you and the esteemed members of the Bureau on your election and wish every success in your work. My delegation would also like to thank Ambassad...

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