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13-10-2022 09:44

Statement by the Republic of Cyprus at the 11th Emergency Special Session (resumed) of the United Nations General Assembly on Ukraine, yesterday

My delegation fully subscribes to the statement of the European Union, and wishes to make some additional remarks.Cyprus condemns the illegal and illegitimate holding of the so-called “referenda” in the occupied regions of Ukraine as well as their subsequent attempted annexation by the Russian Federation. International law is clear: First, the prohibition of the use of force is one of the foundations of the UN Charter; boundaries cannot be altered by any use of force. Second, an occupying po...

12-10-2022 20:51

Photo Album - PoR – Inauguration of the "Love and Equal Opportunities" park

The President of the Republic, Mr Nicos Anastasiades, inaugurates the "Love and Equal Opportunities" park, for children with special abilities, in Geri.

12-10-2022 20:13

Photo Album - Interior Minister – Unveiling of the Monument for the Fallen and Missing Persons of Athienou

The Minister of Interior, Mr Nicos Nouris, addresses the unveiling ceremony of the Monument for the Fallen and Missing Persons of Athienou.

12-10-2022 19:24

Maritime Cyprus 2022 Conference focuses on Seafarer Rights with personal account from Captain Lasota

Highlights from speeches and panel sessions on the final day of the conferenceThe Maritime Cyprus 2022 conference continued today for the third day in Lemesos, and has successfully reached its conclusion.Opening discussions, Mr Anders Hvid, Co-founder, DareDisrupt explored the topic “Leveraging digital transformation and innovation for a brighter future in shipping”. He noted several observations in shipping and energy, where an accelerating level of innovation will see complete transformat...

11-10-2022 18:59

Announcement of the 2nd annual “Stella Soulioti” Human Rights Award and call for nominations

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs announces the 2nd annual “Stella Soulioti” Human Rights Award and the opening on Monday, 25 July 2022, for submission of nominations or proposals for 2022. Anyone interested may either put themselves forward or nominate other individuals, groups or organizations for the Award, by completing the relevant form, as appropriate, available through the links provided below.The Award was established by a Decision of the Council of Ministers, based on a proposal submi...

11-10-2022 18:35

Decarbonization discussions continue in Lemesos for the Maritime Cyprus 2022 Conference

Highlights from panel discussions on day two of the ConferenceThe second day of the Maritime Cyprus 2022 conference built on the momentum initiated on the first day. Hundreds of distinguished speakers, panelists and attendees from around the world participated, solidifying its reputation as one of the most successful shipping conferences worldwide.The first session of the day “Towards zero emissions in Shipping: What is the tipping point?” was moderated by Mr Sveinung Oftedal, Specialist Di...

11-10-2022 15:01

Photo Album - Energy Minister, Deputy Minister of Research – Signing of a contract for an Integrated Registry Management Platform of the Department of the Registrar of Companies

The Minister of Energy, Commerce and Industry, Ms Natasa Pilides and the Deputy Minister of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy, Mr Kyriakos Kokkinos, attend the signing ceremony of the contract for an Integrated Registry Management Platform of the Department of the Registrar of Companies and Intellectual Property, at the Ministry of Energy, Commerce and Industry.

11-10-2022 14:09

High Commissioner Mr Antonis Sammoutis, presented his letters of credence to the Governor-General of Australia

High Commissioner Mr Antonis Sammoutis presented yesterday, 10 October 2022, his letters of credence to the Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia, General David Hurley.Present at the ceremony were Governor's spouse, Ms Linda Hurley, High Commissioner's spouse, Mrs Elena Makhankova, and Deputy Head of Mission, Mr Stavros Nikolaou.The new High Commissioner had a private meeting with the Governor General, to whom he conveyed the warm greetings of the President of the Republic of Cy...

11-10-2022 13:23

Government Employment by Category: September 2022

Total Employment: 52.601In September 2022 total government employment increased by 193 persons (0,4%) in comparison to the corresponding month of 2021 and reached 52.601 persons. Permanent staff decreased by 782 persons (-3,0%), from 26.392 to 25.610 persons. Casual staff increased by 925 persons (5,3%) and reached 18.518 persons compared to 17.593 persons in September 2021.Αn increase is observed in staff from all personnel categories, with the exception of Security Forces staff (-2,1%). ...

11-10-2022 12:17

Announcement of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs regarding missile attacks against civilians in Ukraine

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemns the new missile attacks against civilian infrastructure and civilians in Ukrainian cities, which resulted in the loss of lives.We express our full support and solidarity to the Government and the people of Ukraine, and reiterate the need to respect the sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity of all states.(EP/ECHR)

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