Cyprus News Agency: News in English, 13-08-27

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From: The Cyprus News Agency at <http://www.cyna.org.cy>

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[01] Cyprus and Austria sign agreement for facilities during crises

[02] President Anastasiades calls for unity for Cyprus to recover its

credibility

[01] Cyprus and Austria sign agreement for facilities during crises

According to a press release, Cyprus and Austria are enhancing their cooperation in issues of safety and crisis management. Furthermore, it added the agreement is tangible proof of the stabilising role of the Republic of Cyprus in the broader region of the southeastern Mediterranean and the Middle East.

The agreement was signed at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Nicosia. Similar agreements have been signed with Canada in April and Spain in May.

[02] President Anastasiades calls for unity for Cyprus to recover its credibility

Speaking to reporters after testifying before the Commission of Inquiry into how Cyprus' economy and banking sector nearly collapsed, President Anastasiades said it is imperative now more than ever to unite forces in the home front adding it is also a prerequisite to respond to our obligations as a state.

"By fulfilling our obligations, we will recover our credibility towards the society and overseas", he added. Referring to his testimony before the commission, President Anastasiades said he submitted a document which outlines the facts prior to the Presidential elections and after his election as President, noting he does not apportion any responsibilities nor does he make any criticism.

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