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Cyprus News Agency: News in English, 12-10-08
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[01] Economist conference opens on Monday in Nicosia
[02] Greek Minister: Limassol Declaration gives added value to IMP
[01] Economist conference opens on Monday in Nicosia
The Economist conference, entitled "Leadership strategy for stability,
progress and prosperity in Europe", opened here Monday and is set to
conclude Tuesday.
According to the organisers, the summit's primary objective is to show
how the Cypriot Presidency can contribute to the fulfillment of Europe's
visions and scopes. Conference sessions shall focus on sustainable
development, stabilisation of the economy, economic governance,
employment issues, poverty and social exclusion, tackling of climate
change, exploration of the energy landscape as well as every subject
related to Europe's growth and prosperity.
The meeting is under the auspices of Cyprus EU Presidency and is
co-organized with the European Parliament office and the European
Commission Presentation in Cyprus.
[02] Greek Minister: Limassol Declaration gives added value to IMP
The Limassol Declaration gives added value to the Integrated Maritime
Policy of the EU, Greek Minister of Shipping and the Aegean Costis
Mousouroulis has said.
Addressing the EU Informal Council on the Integrated Maritime Policy,
Mousouroulis noted that the Limassol Declaration outlines the framework
in clear terms and allows the European Commission to take financially
backed legislative initiatives.
Mousouroulis pointed out the need for training in the shipping sector,
strengthening cooperation in new initiatives, such as maritime and
coastal planning, and developing technologies for the safe and viable
exploitation of maritime mineral deposits, according to the provisions
and requirements of international maritime law.
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