Cyprus supports EU accession of Croatia

Cyprus supports both the enlargement and the accession of Croatia and other southeastern European states to the EU, said the island’s ambassador to Austria Stavros Epaminondas during the unofficial meeting of the

Tobacco advertising ban takes effect

Markos Kyprianou, European Commissioner for Health and Consumer Protection, welcomed the entry into effect of the EU’s Tobacco Advertising Directive on 31 July. Passed by the European Parliament and Council in 2003,

Themistocleous to head EC office

The European Commission appointed Themis Themistocleous as new Head of the Representation in Cyprus together with similar appointments in other six new member states. A letter offering the position of Head of

Kyprianou not meeting Turkish Cypriot parties

Van der Meer leaves for Kazakhstan Three shortlisted to replace him Commissioner for Health and Consumer Protection Markos Kyprianou is visiting Cyprus on Friday this week and will be meeting the leaders

Papadopoulos meets Blair

British Prime Minister Tony Blair pledged to do whatever possible to assist in efforts to find the right way for Cyprus’ reunification. Speaking after meeting Cyprus President Tassos Papadopoulos at 10 Downing