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09-05-2024 11:00

Address by the President of the Republic of Cyprus, Mr Nikos Christodoulides, at the event organised by the Office of the European Parliament and the Representation of the European Commission in Cyprus on the occasion of Europe Day

It is with great joy that I take part in today’s event, a special day for the European Union and the European citizens, such a special day for our country as well, in this emblematic event which offers us the opportunity to pay tribute to the pioneers and the founding fathers of the great European family to which we belong.Primarily, we owe gratitude to the fathers of the Union, Robert Schuman and Jean Monnet, who 74 years ago, on the ruins of two World Wars, laid the foundations of the Euro...

08-05-2024 12:37

Statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs regarding the operation of the Chora Church as Muslim Mosque

The implementation of Turkey’s decision to operate the Chora Church in Istanbul as a Muslim Mosque violates the UNESCO Convention, which has listed it as a World Heritage Site. As a country which is a victim of the same approach by Turkey for fifty consecutive years, we unequivocally condemn such actions.We call on the international community to support the preservation of the ecumenical character of such monuments, as well as the protection of the religious and cultural heritage.(GS/AP)

08-05-2024 12:34

The President of the Republic of Cyprus received the Personal Envoy of the UN Secretary-General on Cyprus

The President of the Republic of Cyprus, Mr Nikos Christodoulides, received today, at the Presidential Palace, the Personal Envoy of the United Nations (UN) Secretary-General on Cyprus, Ms María Angela Holguín Cuéllar.Following the meeting, the Government Spokesman, Mr Konstantinos Letymbiotis, told journalists that this was the first meeting after the latest European Council conclusions, in which the Republic of Cyprus, together with the European Union, sent a clear, positive message to Tur...

07-05-2024 14:39

Official visit of the Minister of Foreign and European Affairs of Slovakia to Cyprus

The Minister of Foreign and European Affairs of Slovakia, Mr Juraj Blanár, will pay an official visit to Cyprus on Thursday, 9 May 2024, at the invitation of the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Constantinos Kombos.In the framework of the visit, the two Ministers will have a tête-à-tête meeting, followed by extended consultations with the participation of delegations of the two Ministries. After the consultations, the two Ministers will make statements to the media.Discussions will focus on,...

07-05-2024 08:18

Welcome address by the Minister of Agriculture, Rural Development and the Environment, Dr Maria Panayiotou, to the crew of the Jordanian mission that arrived in Cyprus yesterday to reinforce the aerial firefighting capabilities of the Republic of Cyprus

It is with great pleasure and gratitude that I extend a warm welcome to the mission that arrived from the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, particularly the Royal Jordanian Air Force.Their immediate response to the request of the Republic of Cyprus showcases the depth of our bilateral cooperation and the shared commitment to addressing challenges that transcend borders.I wish to express our sincere appreciation to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan for their invaluable support to Cyprus during this...

04-05-2024 19:02

Televised Easter message by the President of the Republic of Cyprus, Mr Nikos Christodoulides

Fellow compatriots,Dear Friends,On the occasion of these sacred days, which carry powerful symbolism and profound messages, I address all of you with feelings of appreciation and respect, extending my warmest wishes for health, happiness and prosperity.These have been exceptional and important days. They were the days of the Holy Week, the days of the Torture and Resurrection of Christ, a journey from temptation to redemption, from Martyrdom to Resurrection, from death to life, a journey w...

02-05-2024 15:15

Turnover Index of Retail Trade Except of Motor Vehicles: March 2024

Annual Change +5,5% in Value and +5,2% in VolumeThe Turnover Value Index of Retail Trade for March 2024 increased by 5,5% compared to the corresponding month of the previous year (Table 1). For the same month, the Turnover Volume Index of Retail Trade increased by 5,2% compared to the corresponding month of the previous year (Table 2).For the period January-March 2024, the Value Index is estimated to have recorded an increase of 5,4% and the Volume Index an increase of 4,9% compared to the ...

02-05-2024 15:00

Fiscal Accounts of General Government: January-March 2024

Surplus €523,0 mnThe preliminary General Government fiscal results, which are prepared by the Statistical Service of Cyprus (CYSTAT) indicate a surplus of €523,0 mn (1,7% of GDP) for the period of January-March 2024, as compared to a surplus of €376,4 mn (1,3% of GDP) that was recorded during the period of January-March 2023.RevenueDuring the period of January-March 2024, total revenue increased by €332,8 mn (+11,5%) and amounted to €3.225,4 mn, compared to €2.892,6 mn in the correspondin...

02-05-2024 14:02

Consumer Price Index (CPI): April 2024

Inflation 2,4%In April 2024, the Consumer Price Index increased by 1,68 units and reached 117,09 units compared to 115,41 units in March 2024. In April 2024, the inflation increased by 2,4%. (Table 1)For the period January-April 2024, the CPI increased by 1,8% compared to the corresponding period of the previous year. (Table 1) As regards the economic origin, Petroleum products had the largest change when compared both to the index of April 2023 (7,7%) and to the index of the previous mon...

02-05-2024 13:14

Statement to the press by the President of the Republic of Cyprus, Mr Nikos Christodoulides, at the joint press conference with the Prime Minister of Lebanon and the President of the European Commission, in Beirut

It has been less than a month since my last visit to Lebanon and today I am pleased and privileged to visit Beirut once again; this time together with the President of the European Commission. At the outset, I would like to thank Prime Minister Mikati for the warmth of his hospitality. Lebanon is Cyprus’ geographically closest neighbour and we share traditionally very warm and very friendly bilateral relations. Being here today feels like being home. I am honoured to be part of this histori...

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