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Cyprus News Agency: News in English, 04-04-15Cyprus News Agency: News in English Directory - Previous Article - Next ArticleFrom: The Cyprus News Agency at <http://www.cyna.org.cy>CONTENTS
[01] AKEL adopts proposal for referenda postponement0100:CYPPRESS:01AKEL adopts proposal for referenda postponement Nicosia, Apr 15 (CNA) -- Left-wing AKEL party congress adopted here today a proposal for the postponement of Cyprus referenda so that there could be more time to analyse its provisions to Cypriots and to secure assurances for implementation of the plan, which was presented by UN Secretary General Kofi Annan on March 31. [02] Canada grants exclusive rights to Cyprus Commandaria trademark0805:CYPPRESS:02Canada grants exclusive rights to Cyprus Commandaria trademark by Apostolis Zoupaniotis New York, Apr 15 (CNA) -- The Canadian government has officially recognised that Commandaria wine is a distinctive product unique and indigenous to Cyprus and has granted Cyprus exclusive rights to the Commandaria Trademark. This was announced by Dennis C. Droushiotis, Trade Counsellor of the Republic of Cyprus to the United States and Canada. [03] EU preparatory donors' conference for Cyprus begins1045:CYPPRESS:03EU preparatory donors' conference for Cyprus begins by Rebekah Gregoriades Brussels, Apr 15 (CNA) -- A preparatory international donors' conference aimed at assisting the implementation of a Cyprus settlement opened today behind closed doors, with the participation of the EU, the UN, financial institutions and other interested parties. [04] Kyrenia ship replica sets sail for Greece to support Olympic Games1140:CYPPRESS:04Kyrenia ship replica sets sail for Greece to support Olympic Games Limassol, Apr 15 (CNA) -- A full-size replica of an ancient Cypriot vessel, the Kyrenia ship, sets sail on Saturday from Cyprus heading to Athens, carrying copper for the bronze medals for this year's Olympic Games. Kyrenia-Liberty, named after the original Kyrenia ship, leaves the southern port of Limassol heading to Paphos, on the western coast and will stop at ten Greek islands before reaching its final destination the port of Pereaus on 14 May, after a 715 nautical miles journey. [05] US pledges 400 million for Cyprus solution1200:CYPPRESS:05US pledges 400 million for Cyprus solution by Rebekah Gregoriades Brussels, Apr 15 (CNA) -- The US pledged today 400 million dollars to help implement an agreed solution in Cyprus, if a UN proposal (the Annan plan) for a comprehensive political settlement is approved at next week's referenda among the Greek Cypriot and the Turkish Cypriot communities. [06] Weather forecast for Cyprus1220:CYPPRESS:06Weather forecast for Cyprus Nicosia, Apr 15 (CNA) -- The Meteorological Office at Larnaca International Airport has issued the following weather forecast for Cyprus: Friday and Saturday: 16/04/2004 to 17/04/2004 -------------------- WEATHER: Mainly fine WIND: W'LY TO NW'ly moderate STATE OF SEA: Moderate TEMPERATURE: Maximum 22 C inland and south coast, 20 in west coast and 10 over Prodromos. Minimum 12C inland and coast and 6C over Prodromos. Outlook for Sunday and Monday: 18/04/2004 to 19/04/2004 ------------------------------ Mainly fine weather. Winds will be gentle to moderate and the state of sea slight to moderate. Temperature is expected to increase slightly. [07] Lilikas takes over Communications ministry1315:CYPPRESS:07Lilikas takes over Communications ministry Nicosia, Apr 15 (CNA) -- George Lilikas, Minister of Commerce, Industry and Tourism, took over today as Minister of Communications and Works, following the resignation of Kikis Kazamias on Tuesday. An emotional Lilikas said he would do his utmost to serve both ministries and would call his predecessor for advice, expressing regret that he had found himself in the unfortunate predicament to be taking over the post of a dear friend and associate. [08] Washington pledges USD 400 million for Annan plan implementation1320:CYPPRESS:08Washington pledges USD 400 million for Annan plan implementation by Rebekah Gregoriades Brussels, Apr 15 (CNA) -- The US Agency for International Development has pledged 400 million US dollars towards covering the cost of the implementation of the Cyprus settlement plan proposed by UN Secretary General Kofi Annan, which is set to be put to referenda on April 24. [09] Top UN envoy says donors' conference decisive in settlement1345:CYPPRESS:09Top UN envoy says donors' conference decisive in settlement by Rebekah Gregoriades Brussels, Apr 15 (CNA) -- The UN Secretary General's Special Adviser on Cyprus Alvaro de Soto said today that the international pre-donors' conference aimed at assisting the implementation of a Cyprus settlement, taking place in Brussels, would play a decisive role in bringing about a solution of the Cyprus problem. [10] US Congressman concerned about UN solution plan for Cyprus1345:CYPPRESS:10US Congressman concerned about UN solution plan for Cyprus Nicosia, Apr 15 (CNA) -- A UN plan for a comprehensive settlement in Cyprus ''unfairly benefits'' the Turkish side and does not achieve the goal of truly reunifying the island, US Congressman Frank Pallone has said in a statement. He said that it was unacceptable for Turkish troops to be allowed to remain in Cyprus forever and to force the Cypriot people to put too much trust in Ankara that it would fulfill its obligations emanating from the UN plan (the Annan plan). Pallone said the people of Cyprus should decide alone about their future in next week's referenda on the Annan plan. [11] Cyprus Stock Exchange1430:CYPPRESS:0. Cyprus Stock Exchange Nicosia, Apr 15 (CNA) - The Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE) All Share Index closed at today's stock exchange meeting as follows: CSE General Index 81,35 ( 0,14) Traded Value CYP 1.404.303 FTSE/CYSE 20 CYP 718.692 348,50 ( 0,34) FTSE Med 100 6.415,72 (-1,95) Sectoral Indices Banks CYP 626.174 101,21 ( 0,60) Approved Investment Companies CYP 50.072 71,59 (-0,26) Insurance Companies CYP 34.978 15,98 (-0,13) Manufacturing Companies CYP 24.221 54,35 (-0,22) Tourism Companies CYP 1.663 55,03 (-0,70) Trading Companies CYP 63.937 22,34 ( 0,13) Building and Cement Companies CYP 217.813 68,04 (-1,61) Énformation Technology Companies CYP 5.519 2,68 (-0,74) Financial Services Companies CYP 8.784 9,34 (-1,06) Fish Culture Companies CYP 0 11,77 ( 4,90) Hotels CYP 17.339 32,12 (-1,05) Other Companies CYP 80.814 66,87 ( 0,80) * The third column presents the percentage variation of [12] Weather and Temperatures for Cyprus
[13] Pre-donors' conference for Cyprus urges people to say 'yes'1620:CYPPRESS:13Pre-donors conference for Cyprus urges people to say yes´ by Rebekah Gregoriades Brussels, Apr 15 (CNA) -- European Commissioner for Enlargement Gunter Verheugen made clear today that if there is no solution of the Cyprus settlement by the end of April, there would be no solution for a very long time, noting that an international preliminary donors conference, that took place in Brussels today to cover the cost of a settlement, urged the two sides in Cyprus to say yes to a UN solution plan in April 24 referenda. Speaking at a press conference after the high-level meeting, Verheugen said there has been a first needs assessment, which shows that the international community should contribute 2 billion euros over a period of five years, and that the EU has already foreseen for the next years 250 million euros. He also announced that the European community would convene an official pledging conference in early autumn of this year. [14] Verheugen appeals to Cypriots to evaluate objectively the situation1655:CYPPRESS:14Verheugen appeals to Cypriots to evaluate objectively the situation Brussels, Apr 15 (CNA) -- EU enlargement commissioner Guenther Verheugen today called on Cypriots to evaluate objectively the situation on their island before deciding in separate referenda on April 24 among the Greek and Turkish communities whether to accept or reject a UN plan to solve the Cyprus problem. He acknowledged however that the ultimate decision lied with Cypriots themselves and said that the EU would accept the outcome of the referenda. Welcoming participants to a high-level preparatory donors' conference in Brussels, convened by the EU to support the settlement of the Cyprus problem, Verheugen said a solution was closer than ever before. [15] US official says funds available if Cyprus solution accepted1855:CYPPRESS:15US official says funds available if Cyprus solution accepted by Rebekah Gregoriades Brussels, Apr 15 (CNA) -- US State Department Special Coordinator for Cyprus Thomas Weston said that the preliminary donors' conference, which took place in Brussels today with an aim to assist in the implementation of a Cyprus settlement plan, demonstrated that funds for immediate need would be made available to the people of the island if both sides voted in favour of a UN settlement plan on April 24 referenda. [16] Greek premier pledges support as leadership discusses Annan plan1925:CYPPRESS:16Greek premier pledges support as leadership discusses Annan plan By Christa Nicolaou Athens, Apr 15 (CNA) -- Greek Prime Minister Costas Karamanlis said the positive elements of the Annan Plan outweigh the negative elements and Cyprus accession to the EU could to ease any obstacles. The Greek premier was speaking after Greek political party leaders meeting under President Costis Stephanopoulos examined latest developments in the Cyprus problem, in view of referenda that will be held on 24 April in Cyprus for the approval or rejection of the fifth version of the UN Secretary-Generals plan for a comprehensive settlement to the Cyprus problem. In his statements, Premier Karamanlis noted that prospects for a political settlement in Cyprus will not be exhausted with the referenda on the 24th April but can be extended even after the 1st of May, when Cyprus will officially enter the EU. Karamanlis told reporters these are critical times for Cyprus. Bearing in mind the seriousness of the circumstances, the government decided to give its position with respect and forethought to the Republic of Cyprus, its government and citizens. He said that following the presentation of the fifth Annan Plan, the principle that Cyprus decides and Greece supports, has become more requisite. This means, he added, that Greece could not take a stance on the issue before the leaders and political forces in Cyprus had the time to negotiate and give their positions in a responsible manner in what is a difficult choice. The circumstances demand careful choices, bearing in mind the views of the immediate parties who are called to live with the positive or negative elements of their choice, Karamanlis added. He further said that the Annan plan was improved on certain points but what remains is the fact that there was no overall agreement achieved during the talks in Switzerland. The Greek Prime Minister said that the final responsibility for the future of Cyprus rests with the Cypriots and the day after the referenda Cyprus will still count on Greeces support. According to a statement issued after the meeting of Greece's political party leaders, chaired by President of the Republic Costis Stephanopoulos, and convened after a request by Prime Minister Karamanlis, the leaders discussed latest developments in the Cyprus issue and ''expressed useful and important opinions for the benefit of the national interest''. ''The parties will separately express their positions in view of the Cyprus referenda on April 24'', the statement said. ''The aim of the meeting was to discuss and examine latest Cyprus developments, in relation to the proposed Annan plan for a Cyprus solution and the forthcoming referenda, the statement said. It added that views were expressed by all present on political developments after the referenda whatever the result of the vote will be. Present at the meeting were also opposition Socialist PASOK leader George Papandreou, Communist Party (KKE) General Secretary Aleka Papariga and Coalition of the Left (Synaspismos) President Nikos Constantopoulos. Foreign Minister Petros Molyviatis also participated in the meeting. [17] President Papadopoulos expresses gratitude for Greek support1950:CYPPRESS:17President Papadopoulos expresses gratitude for Greek support Nicosia, Apr 15 (CNA) -- Cyprus President Tassos Papadopoulos has expressed his gratitude to the President, the Prime Minister, the party leaders and the people of Greece for their active support towards the decision to be taken by the Cyprus people on the 24 April referendum for a Cyprus setlement based on teh latest Annan plan. In a statement this afternoon on the occasion of the Greek political leadership meeting on Cyprus earlier today in Athens, President Papadopoulos said ''their respect and active support towards the decisions of the Cyprus people, as was categorically set out today, is very important for us.'' Noting that on the 24 April the Cyprus people will express their verdict regarding the Annan plan, the Cyprus President said that ''as stated by the Greek Prime Minister the Cyprus people has the final responsibility, and the decision of the people will be absolutely respected and supported whereas our join effort will not stop at the referendum whatever the result''. President Papadopoulos said he had a telephone conversation with Greek Premier Costas Karamanlis after the meeting in Athens and before making his own statement in Nicosia. ''The excellent cooperation with the Greek governments and the support of the Greek people, have led to Cyprus Republic being today an active and equal member of the European family and for this our gratitude will be big and eternal''. The same cooperation, he added, ''and the same support will lead to the fulfillment of our big strategic goal: To achieve a functional and viable solution, which will unite Cyprus and our people within the framework of a united Europe. We remain dedicated to this goal, the solution''. Concluding he stressed the need for a constructive and democratic dialogue so as to safeguard the unity of the people. Cyprus News Agency: News in English Directory - Previous Article - Next Article |
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