UN peacekeeping role renewed for 12 months

In a break with tradition, the UN Security Council has extended the UN Peacekeeping Force’s (UNFICYP) mandate for 12 months until January 31, 2024, instead of the usual six months. The resolution

Cyprus aims for smoke-free generation

The Cyprus National Addictions Authority (CNAA) participates in an initiative for a smoke-free environment and the first European smoke-free generation by 2030. CNAA President Dr Christos Mina said according to statistics, the percentage of

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COVID19: Rules for conducting safe ballot

The Health Ministry issued a series of measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19 during Sunday’s Presidential election. It is recommended that rooms are adequately ventilated, while staff and representatives of the candidates must

Snaring a UN scapegoat

Over the five years of this government, a toxic mix brewing has ensured that peace talks are buried under concrete as Nicosia adopted a more aggressive tone. It will have us believe

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Green cities, monochrome politicians

With the presidential elections around the corner and the outgoing administration rushing to complete its outstanding tasks, the eco-friendly culture finally seems to have kicked in with this government. The Council of

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Creating quality office space

Subject to minimum acceptable standards, I am often asked whether the quality of an office matters in terms of attracting business. Before we answer this question, there are some important basic requirements

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WHO regional office in Cyprus

The Health Ministry signed Friday with the European Regional Office of the World Health Organisation an agreement to establish a Country Office in Larnaca. “Our collaboration today goes from strong to stronger,”