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08-04-2022 21:51
Photo Album - PoR – Agreement for the establishment of the American University of Beirut
The President of the Republic, Mr Nicos Anastasiades, at the signing ceremony of the Αgreement for the establishment of the new campus of the American University of Beirut, at Markideio Theatre, in Pafos.
08-04-2022 18:23
The Minister of Foreign Affairs departs for Luxembourg to participate in the EU Foreign Affairs and General Affairs Councils
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Ioannis Kasoulides, leaves on Sunday for Luxembourg, where he will participate in the EU Foreign Affairs Council that will take place on Monday, 11 April 2022.Developments in Ukraine, the Global Gateway and other current regional and international issues are expected to be the focus of the Foreign Ministers' discussions. During an informal working lunch, the Foreign Ministers will exchange views on developments in Ukraine and the EU's coordinated response,...
08-04-2022 15:53
Clarifications on the decisions of the Council of Ministers
a) as of 11 April 2022, the abolition of the mandatory use of a protective mask outdoors.• It is reminded that for all inside/closed spaces, citizens are required to use a protective mask and keep the necessary distances.• It is recommended that citizens use double surgical mask, or high protection mask (type ΚN95 or FFP2).• The use of cloth masks should be avoided.b) as of 11 April 2022, the abolition of Safe Pass in workplaces, in accordance with the guidelines of the Ministry of Health....
08-04-2022 14:31
Photo Album - PoR – Handover ceremony of Larnaka port and marina
The President of the Republic, Mr Nicos Anastasiades, at the ceremony for the handover of Larnaka port and marina to the investor, at Larnaka Port.
08-04-2022 14:28
Index Of Production in Construction: 4th quarter 2021 (Annual Change -5,5%)
The Index of Production in Construction during the fourth quarter of 2021 reached 209,58 units (base year 2015=100,0), recording a decrease of 5,5% over the fourth quarter of 2020.By type of project, a decrease of 5,1% was observed for buildings and of 7,9% for civil engineering projects in the fourth quarter of 2021 compared to the corresponding quarter of 2020.For the period January-December 2021, the overall index registered an increase of 3,4% over the corresponding period of 2020. An i...
08-04-2022 13:29
Output Prices Index in Construction: 4th quarter 2021
Annual Change +9,3%The Output Prices Index in Construction for the fourth quarter of 2021 reached 121,29 units (base year 2015=100,00), recording an increase of 3,9% over the third quarter of 2021. Compared to the same quarter of the previous year, the index increased by 9,3%.By type of project, an increase of 9,4% was observed for buildings and of 8,9% for civil engineering projects in the fourth quarter of 2021 compared to the corresponding quarter of 2020.For the period January-December...
08-04-2022 13:19
House Price Index (HPI): 4th quarter 2021
Annual Change -5,3% According to preliminary estimate of the Statistical Service, the HPI for the fourth quarter of 2021 amounts to 103,28 units. Compared to the third quarter of 2021, the HPI decreased by 3,1% while compared to the Index of the corresponding quarter of 2020, the Index decreased by 5,3%.The fluctuation of the Index for the period between the fourth quarter of 2020 and the fourth quarter of 2021 as well as the quarterly and annual percentage changes are presented in the foll...
08-04-2022 13:08
Rapid Antigen Testing Units – 9 April 2022
Based on the decisions of the Council of Ministers, and aiming at the suppression of the dispersion of the virus SARS-CoV-2, in places where SafePass is required, individuals aged 6 and above must hold one of the following:Certificate of full vaccination.Proof that they have been infected with COVID-19 during the last three months.Certificate of a negative rapid antigen test, valid for 7 days, for individuals aged 6-11 years old.Certificate of a negative PCR or rapid antigen test, valid f...
08-04-2022 12:30
Photo Album - PoR – AHEPA delegation
The President of the Republic, Mr Nicos Anastasiades, receives a delegation of the American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association (AHEPA), at the Presidential Palace.
08-04-2022 08:14
High concentrations of dust in the air
High concentrations of dust are observed in the air today, 8 April 2022, according to measurements from ground Stations of the Air Quality Monitoring Network operated by the Department of Labour Inspection.The public and particularly any vulnerable groups of population (children, older people and the infirm) are urged to avoid circulating in open spaces until the observed episode has elapsed, as the small size of respirable particles in dust may have negative effects on human health.Employe...
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