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November 2023

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Boosting Cyprus’s Energy Sector: RIF’s New Funding Initiatives

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The Research and Innovation Foundation (RIF) of Cyprus has launched two new funding initiatives to boost the country’s energy sector. The “Research in EnterprisesEnergy” program offers a €4 million budget for energy management technologies, while the “CODEVELOPREPowerEU” program provides a €6 million budget for collaborative innovation in energy efficiency and climate change solutions. These initiatives aim to support technological advancements and green energy solutions, aligning with the European Commission’s REPowerEU scheme for a continentwide shift towards cleaner energy.

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Capturing the Essence of Cyprus: A Photographic Journey Beyond the City

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“Explore Cyprus: Beyond the City” is a photography exhibition at the Lefkara Conference Centre featuring 354 photographs of different villages, showcasing the diverse heritage of Cyprus’s rural communities. Visitors can immerse themselves in the beauty of the Cypriot countryside and its culture, with plans for the exhibition to tour across Cyprus and even venture overseas.

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Exhibition “Customs of the Twelve Days in Cyprus”

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From December 117, 2023, the Municipal University Library of Limassol will host the “Customs of the Twelve Days in Cyprus” exhibition, showcasing the country’s cultural traditions during the festive period. This collaborative event by various organizations aims to promote drug prevention and celebrate Cypriot cultural identity through tradition and heritage.

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Cyprus Embraces Positive Energy Synergies, Chevron Responds

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Cyprus is committed to fostering cooperation among energy sector players, aiming for shared infrastructure and collective efforts in exploiting natural gas reserves within its EEZ. The Cypriot government, led by Energy Minister George Papanastasiou, advocates for synergistic partnerships and emphasizes the importance of cooperation for efficient resource harnessing, while also looking to diversify with renewable energy sources. Chevron, in response, is expected to communicate its stance on the Aphrodite gas field by December 1, with the government hopeful for future collaboration and mutual understanding in the pursuit of a collective approach to energy exploitation.

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Solidarity for Peace: Uniting for the Palestinian Cause

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Peo, a trade union, is advocating for international solidarity with the Palestinian people. They are calling for a peaceful demonstration, an immediate ceasefire, the release of hostages and political prisoners, support for a twostate solution, and the establishment of an independent Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital. They condemn violence and urge the international community to adhere to UN resolutions for a peaceful coexistence.

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Cyprus Economic Climate Shows Positive Signs in November 2023

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In November 2023, Cyprus’s economic climate saw positive signs of growth, driven by the services and construction sectors. The services sector showed strength in business health and turnover, while the construction industry benefited from positive evaluations of ongoing projects and workforce projections. Retail trade faced mixed conditions, and manufacturing encountered challenges. Consumer sentiment indicated a slightly more positive outlook, but caution remained prevalent.

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Justice Minister Advocates for Global Strategy to Combat Migrant Smuggling

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Cyprus’s Justice Minister, Anna Procopiou, advocates for a global strategy to combat migrant smuggling at the International Conference on a Global Alliance to Counter Migrant Smuggling. She emphasizes international cooperation, stringent punitive measures against traffickers, the use of technology to disrupt smuggling networks, and the formation of a global coalition for shared insights and coordinated response.

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Deportations Ensue After Clash at Pournara Reception Center

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Tom Cleaver, a journalist known for his diverse background and fluency in multiple languages, reported on the recent clash at the Pournara reception center. His dedication to journalism has earned him awards and a strong reputation in the field, and he is an avid sports fan who closely follows his local football team.

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