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Cyprus News Agency: News in English, 13-05-07Cyprus News Agency: News in English Directory - Previous Article - Next ArticleFrom: The Cyprus News Agency at <http://www.cyna.org.cy>CONTENTS
developments [01] Knesset Speaker: Relations with Cyprus not dependent on political developmentsRelations between Israel and Cyprus do not depend on any political developments, the Speaker of the Knesset Yuli-Yoel Edelstein said after a meeting in Jerusalem with Cyprus President Nicos Anastasiades, pointing out that bilateral ties are to serve the two countries and their people.President Anastasiades assured the Speaker of the Knesset that Israel can consider Cyprus as its most reliable neighbout. "It is important for us to welcome the first citizen of the Republic of Cyprus to the Knesset. Your visit places our ties onto another higher level and for us it is a very good indication that - in spite of the fact that we are in a difficult region - some of our neighbours are less difficult than others. I am very happy that we maintain business, cultural, political and diplomatic exchanges," Edelstein said. [02] President Anastasiades continues meetings in IsraelPresident of the Republic of Cyprus Nicos Anastasiades continues his meetings in Israel on Tuesday, in the context of his three-day working visit to the country.In the morning, President Anastasiades will meet with Patriarch of Jerusalem Theophilos III, at the Jerusalem Patriarchate, and will attend a working lunch hosted in his honour by Israeli President Shimon Peres. President Anastasiades and the Cypriot delegation will then travel to Tel Aviv, where the President will address a Business Forum organised by the Israeli Chamber of Commerce and the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Later on, the President will speak at the University of Tel Aviv. voulibuilding100.jpg [03] Major energy exhibition in Houston attracts thousands of visitorsThe 2013 Offshore Technology Conference kicked off in Houston, Texas, attracting the interest of thousands of professionals from the energy industry from 110 countries, including Cyprus.The annual event is expected to bring to Houston 100,000 visitors, according to the estimates of the organisers, and is also being attended by representatives of Cypriot private companies interested in the field and related business areas. The OTC showcases technological advancements for offshore drilling, exploration, production and environmental protection. [04] Consumer Price Index in Cyprus shows decreaseThe Consumer Price Index for April 2013 decreased by 0,58 units or 0,48% to 119,69 units compared to 120,27 in March 2013.According to an official press release, "this is mainly due to decreases in the prices of electricity, certain fresh vegetables, petroleum products and rents". Increases have been recorded in the prices of certain clothing and footwear items. Cyprus News Agency: News in English Directory - Previous Article - Next Article |
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