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Cyprus News Agency: News in English (PM), 01-05-31Cyprus News Agency: News in English Directory - Previous Article - Next ArticleFrom: The Cyprus News Agency at <http://www.cyna.org.cy>CONTENTS
1500:CYPPRESS:01[01] Cyprus government - UNFICYP mandate renewalNicosia, May 31 (CNA) - The government has indicated it is not prepared to accept any attempt by the UN to seek the consent of the Turkish Cypriot side for the renewal of the mandate of the UN peace-keeping force, as this would constitute a change in the policy followed so far."Diplomatic moves are underway and measures are being taken to promote our political positions," Government Spokesman Michalis Papapetrou told his daily briefing today in view of the Secretary General's report renewing UNFICYP's mandate, expected to be issued in the next few days. CNA MA/MM/2001ENDS, CYPRUS NEWS AGENCY1620:CYPPRESS:02[02] UN report - LetterNicosia, May 31 (CNA) -- A UN report, on the renewal of the mandate of the UN peace-keeping force in Cyprus (UNFICYP), is not expected to include an addendum, as requested by the Turkish Cypriot side in a bid to edge closer to having the UN acknowledge the presence of the illegal Turkish Cypriot regime in occupied Cyprus.According to reliable sources, the Turkish side has been working over the past weeks with a view to persuade UN Secretary General Kofi Annan to include a stipulation in the report to the effect that it is necessary to secure the consent of the Turkish Cypriot side with regard to the renewal of the six- monthly mandate of UNFICYP. CNA MM/ÌÊ/2001 ENDS, CYPRUS NEWS AGENCY1640:CYPPRESS:03[03] Weather and Temperatures for CyprusNicosia, May 31 (CNA) - Today's weather and temperatures for Cyprus, according to the Meteorological Service at Larnaca International Airport are:
Temperatures (degrees Celcius)
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Station Maximum Minimum Weather
(At 1200 UTC)
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Nicosia 35 21 FINE
Larnaca 30 19 FINE
Limassol 29 19 FINE
Paphos 27 17 FINE
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CNA/MK/2001 ENDS, CYPRUS NEWS AGENCY1650: CYPPRESS:04[04] EU officials - Cyprus visitNicosia, May 31 (CNA) - Two senior European Union officials directly involved in the enlargement process are in Cyprus discussing the Republic's accession course.Michael Leigh of the Enlargement Directorate-General and Leopold Maurer who is responsible for Cyprus' accession talks, are visiting the island within the framework of regular meetings between EU officials and the Republic of Cyprus to review the accession course, Government Spokesman Michalis Papapetrou told his daily briefing today. CNA MM/MA/MK/2001ENDS, CYPRUS NEWS AGENCY1725:CYPPRESS:05[05] Polish - Cypriot Friendship AssociationNicosia, May 31 (CNA) -- A Polish - Cypriot Friendship Association aiming at the development of cooperation and friendship between the people of the two countries was founded yesterday in Warsaw.According to a press release issued here today, the Association aims at getting the people of Cyprus and Poland acquainted with each other's history, civilization, traditions and socio-economic achievements. CNA MK/MA/2001ENDS, CYPRUS NEWS AGENCY1730: CYPPRESS:06[06] Cyprus President - US ambassadorNicosia, May 31 (CNA) - US ambassador to Cyprus Donald Bandler has said that it is time to refocus on getting the Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot sides back to the negotiating table following Sunday's parliamentary elections on the island.Talking to the press after calling on President Glafcos Clerides, the American ambassador refrained from replying to a question whether he considers a recent decision taken by the powerful Turkish National Council as encouraging to the Cyprus peace process, underlining the need for the effort to remain on a steady course. CNA AAG/MA/ÌÊ/2001 ENDS, CYPRUS NEWS AGENCY1745: CYPPRESS:07[07] Tanzania - New Cyprus ambassadorNicosia, May 31 (CNA) - President of Tanzania Benjamin Mkapa has said that his country supports a settlement in Cyprus based on UN resolutions and international law, which will safeguard the unity of the state and its freedom.Receiving the credentials of the new Cyprus ambassador to Tanzania Michalis Stavrinos, the country's President assured of its constant support to a Cyprus settlement in all international fora and referred to long-standing relations between the two countries. CNA MA/ÌÊ/2001 ENDS, CYPRUS NEWS AGENCY1750:CYPPRESS:08[08] Cyprus Stock ExchangeNicosia, May 31 (CNA) - The Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE) All Share Index closed at today's stock exchange meeting as follows:
CSE General Index 189,07 (-0,67)
Traded Value CYP 12.109.369
FTCE/CYSE 20 CYP 3.558.430 760,50 (-0,87)
Sectural Indices
Banks CYP 1.163.938 189,28 (-0,79)
Approved Investment
Companies CYP 835.655 186,17 (-0,85)
Insurance Companies CYP 258.283 65,98 (-0,39)
Manufacturing Companies CYP 552.627 66,74 (-0,15)
Tourism Companies CYP 694.833 154,35 (-0,83)
Trading Companies CYP 456.562 49,43 (-0,06)
Building and Cement Companies CYP 61.801 67,76 ( 0,77)
Énformation Technology
Companies CYP 990.814 45,51 (-1,15)
Financial Services Companies CYP 1.811.916 38,05 (-1,32)
Fish Culture Companies CYP 30.310 58,75 ( 0,53)
Hotels CYP 1.718.044 106,91 ( 0,05)
Other Companies CYP 2.750.385 228,31 (-0,71)
The third column presents the percentage variation of the indices as
compared to the last meeting.
CNA/ÌÊ/2001
1840:CYPPRESS:09[09] Limassol, May 31 (CNA)- High temperatures, rocky and twisty special stages arewhat constitutes the Cyprus Rally 2001, to take place between 1 - 3 June in the coastal town of Limassol, four of the world team drivers have said here today adding that the Rally's special stages will put more pressure on cars and drivers.Speaking at a press conference given by the FIA (International Automobile Federation), drivers and managers of teams taking part in the Cyprus Rally, which for the second time is included in the World Championship, stressed that the rocky and twisty special stages, changed this year by the organizers, could cause tire wear, adding however that the Cyprus Rally was very important to their championship chances. CNA/RM/MK/2001 1910: CYPPRESS:10[10] Cypriot MP - IPU delegation - Middle EastNicosia, May 31 (CNA) – Outgoing Cypriot MP Andreas Philippou leaves tomorrow for a trip to Jordan, Palestine and Israel in his capacity as rapporteur of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Committee for the Middle East.The Committee, headed by French deputy Yves Tavernier, will visit these three countries in a bid to back efforts for the resumption of the Middle East peace process. CNA MA/ÌÊ/2001 ENDS, CYPRUS NEWS AGENCYCNA ENDSCyprus News Agency: News in English Directory - Previous Article - Next Article |
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