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Topic: Communications in Cyprus


In the News (Tue 21 May 13)

  
  Cyprus - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Cyprus is geographically in Western Asia (or the Near East), though politically and culturally it is considered as being in Europe.
Cyprus was originally settled in prehistory from the Levant.
Cyprus was placed under British control on 4 June 1878 as a result of the Cyprus Convention, which granted control of the island to Britain in return for British support of the Ottoman Empire in the Russian-Turkish War.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Cyprus   (3692 words)

  
 cyprus
Cyprus is situated in the northeastern end of the Mediterranean Sea with an area of 2521 sq km.
Cyprus is the third largest island in the Mediterranean after Sicily and Sardinia.
Cyprus is a member of the Non-aligned movement, the UN, the Commonwealth, the Council of Europe, the IMF and World Bank.
www.rmonline.com /bucyprus.htm   (876 words)

  
 Climate In Cyprus -   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
As in the Republic of Cyprus, agriculture in the "TRNC" was rainfed or...
The diverse topography and climate of Cyprus permit the cultivation of a...
Cyprus is situated in the northeastern basin of the Mediterranean Sea at the...
climate.fmqg.com /index.php?k=climate-in-cyprus   (1247 words)

  
 MSN Encarta - Cyprus
In theory the government of Cyprus is based on a 1960 constitution that apportioned power between the Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot communities according to their relative populations.
In 1975 the Turkish Federated State of Cyprus was established in northern Cyprus; its constitution (1975), as amended, provides for a popularly elected president, a 50-member unicameral legislative assembly, and a system of independent courts.
The chief executive under the 1960 constitution is a Greek Cypriot president, elected by the Greek Cypriot community for a five-year term; the constitution calls for the Turkish Cypriot community to elect the vice president.
encarta.msn.com /encyclopedia_761578820_4/Cyprus.html   (483 words)

  
 EC Representation in Cyprus   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
Cyprus’ EU membership is mutually beneficial, it will provide benefits for Cyprus and at the same time it will serve to expand the global reach of the EU.
Cyprus now has the opportunity to play an active part in the formulation of EU policies in all sectors and especially in those that are important for Cyprus such as shipping, banking, pharmaceuticals and rural development.
Cyprus should set a clear example of peace and reconciliation and show that EU accession also means conflict-resolution.
www.ec-eu-delegation.com.cy /en/speeches/040609.htm   (1407 words)

  
 cyprus
Cyprus, as a society, has not advanced to the stage where we can conclude that religious differences are not an important manifestation of ethnic conflict between the two communities.
Cyprus was proclaimed an independent country on August 16, 1960, but instead of maturing naturally as a Republic, the island engulfed in a bitter inter-communal struggle that began with the 1963 hostilities and ended with the Turkish invasion of July and August of 1974.
For Cyprus, the advantage of such a comprehensive definition of the powers and responsibilities of government is that all elements of uncertainty would be eliminated, as each level of government would be in possession of exclusive and sovereign powers that cannot be encroached upon by the other level of government.
www.total.net /~asolomos/cyprus.htm   (7916 words)

  
 Background Notes: Cyprus
Cyprus gained its independence from the UK in 1960, after an anti-UK campaign by the Greek Cypriot EOKA (National Organization of Cypriot Fighters), a guerrilla group which desired political union with Greece, in a process known as enosis.
Cyprus benefited from the mid-1970's economic boom in the Middle East and from its evolution as a substitute base for multinational companies fleeing civil war in Lebanon.
The Government of Cyprus follows a non-aligned foreign policy, although it identifies with the West in its cultural affinities and trade patterns and maintains close relations with Greece.
dosfan.lib.uic.edu /ERC/bgnotes/eur/cyprus9203.html   (3011 words)

  
 Cyprus, off shore incorporations, offshore companies, off-shore places
Cyprus is a beautiful island located in the East Mediterranean Sea and is positioned at the cross point of Europe, Asia and Africa.
A resident of Cyprus other than a company which either alone or together with one or more associated companies controls directly or indirectly at least 10% of the voting power, is entitled to a tax credit in respect of the dividend.
Where a resident of Cyprus is entitled to a tax credit, tax may also be charged on the aggregate of the cash dividend and the tax credit at a rate not exceeding 15%.
www.offshoreinfo.com /cyprus.htm   (2666 words)

  
 Cyprus Not just a clubbers paradise   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
The latter is the leader in tertiary education in Cyprus.
Overall the Program aims to broaden the cultural horizon of its students by offering courses in communications, public relations, advertising, marketing and journalism, as well as enabling students to apply their knowledge in practice particularly in the areas of radio and television.
In conclusion, Cyprus offers unique advantages with high educational standards in an environment that is both relaxing and seeped in cultural tradition.
www.intstudy.com /articles/ncyparadise02.htm   (950 words)

  
 Participation of Cyprus in EU Programmes   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
Cyprus is at present negotiating participation in a number of additional EU programmes.
Cyprus, Malta and Israel are entitled to funding only with respect to «horizontal / regional cooperation» which involves schemes, works and programmes in the environment, energy, research and technology, mass media, interregional cooperation, small and medium enterprise and other sectors.
Cyprus is not entitled to a share of the major portion of MEDA funds, because of assistance provided from the Fourth Financial Protocol and because of its comparatively high standard of living.
www.eic.ac.cy /EN/euprogrammes.htm   (1251 words)

  
 all about Cyprus   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
Greek and Turkish Cypriots share many customs but maintain distinct identities based on religion, language, and close ties with their respective "motherlands." Greek is predominantly spoken in the south, Turkish in the north.
Cyprus has a well-developed system of primary and secondary education.
The ancient cultural traditions of Cyprus are maintained partly by private enterprise and partly by government activity, especially through the Cultural Services office of the Republic of Cyprus's Ministry of Education and Culture.
www.flight-cyprus.co.uk /cyprus.htm   (526 words)

  
 CYPRUS COMMUNICATIONS   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
Cyprus, because of its key position in the Mediterranean sea, has become a center of the international air communications.
The different roads and highways are in a pretty good condition to offer excellent communication to the travelers between the various towns and villages.The transportation in the towns or villages can be obtained by buses, taxis(cubs), and private vehicles.
Today, Cyprus has a very advanced telecommunications system and is connected via satellite to most countries in the world.
www.kypros.org /CyprusPanel/cyprus/communications.html   (439 words)

  
 Cyprus Telephone system - Communications
coaxial cable - a multichannel communication cable consisting of a central conducting wire, surrounded by and insulated from a cylindrical conducting shell; a large number of telephone channels can be made available within the insulated space by the use of a large number of carrier frequencies.
fiber-optic cable - a multichannel communications cable using a thread of optical glass fibers as a transmission medium in which the signal (voice, video, etc.) is in the form of a coded pulse of light.
landline - communication wire or cable of any sort that is installed on poles or buried in the ground.
www.indexmundi.com /cyprus/telephone_system.html   (585 words)

  
 Larry's Cyprus experience
Cyprus is a destination country for women trafficked from Eastern and Central Europe for the purpose of sexual exploitation.
Her husband is a Major in the British military and is stationed in Cyprus as a Monitoring Observation and Liaison Officer with UNFICYP (United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus; the universal infatuation with acronyms never ceases to amaze).
Cyprus is after all an ex-colony of the Brits and they still maintain sovereign territory (read military bases) on the island.
cyprusexperience.blogspot.com   (9373 words)

  
 CyprusGuest.com :: All about Cyprus :: Transport and communications
Excellent communications have contributed to a large extent to the fast development of the island.
Regarding inland communication, driving is on the left in Cyprus and distances between towns are relatively short, covered by a good network of modern roads.
Cyprus telecommunications are among the best in the world - an important factor in establishing the island as an offshore business centre.
www.cyprusguest.com /static.asp?pageid=59   (358 words)

  
 North Cyprus Economy - Transport and Communications
There are no railways in North Cyprus and all inter-urban transport is by road.
In 1977, to facilitate a better air transport between North Cyprus and the overseas, the Turkish Cypriot authorities have upgraded to the international standards the former light aircraft strip at Ercan, and built the country's main airport there.
The principal port of the North Cyprus, Famagusta has 1,280 metres of quays with drought ranging from 6.7 metres to 11 metres.
www.cypnet.co.uk /ncyprus/economy/econ06.htm   (279 words)

  
 Communications in Cyprus - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
A TV channel from Greek state broadcaster ERT is also available.
In the Turkish Cypriot area, Bayrak Radio Televizyon is the local broadcaster, with radio and TV from Turkish state broadcaster TRT also available.
The Republic of Cyprus regards Bayrak Radyo Televizyon as an illegal pirate broadcaster.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Communications_in_Cyprus   (326 words)

  
 Encyclopedia: Communications in Cyprus
Telecommunication is the extension of communication over a distance.
Country codes: CY (The de facto state of Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus uses the code NC.TR (TRNC) Non-recognized nations are states that have declared their independence, but not been acknowledged as such by the international community at large.
Country calling code: 357 (Northern Cyprus 90 392, via Turkey) This is a list of country calling codes, also known as international direct dialing (IDD) codes, which are needed to access international telephone services.
www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/Communications-in-Cyprus   (792 words)

  
 Cyprus News Agency: News in English (PM), 00-05-31
Nicosia, May 31 (CNA) - The harmonisation of Cyprus' legislation and administrative practices in the maritime sector with those of the European Union is well on its way and an action plan has been prepared and closely followed, Communications and Works Minister Averof Neofytou said today.
Speaking at a panel discussion organised by the Cyprus Shipping Council, Neophytou also said the Cyprus maritime flag still faces image problems, even though the measures taken so far have brought results, and noted the need for better control on the ships.
Nicosia, May 31 (CNA) - A political settlement in Cyprus is not a precondition for the Republic's accession to the European Union (EU), British Conservative European Parliament MP Tereza Villiers has said in an interview with the London Greek Radio.
www.hri.org /news/cyprus/cna/2000/00-05-31_1.cna.html   (463 words)

  
 Communications in Cyprus -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
The Cyprus Broadcasting Corporation (CyBC) ((A native or inhabitant of Greece) Greek ΡΙΚ) is the main broadcaster in the Greek Cypriot area, although there are also privately-owned radio and TV stations.
A TV channel from (A native or inhabitant of Greece) Greek state broadcaster ERT is also available.
In the (Click link for more info and facts about Turkish Cypriot area) Turkish Cypriot area, (Click link for more info and facts about Bayrak Radio Televizyon) Bayrak Radio Televizyon is the local broadcaster, with radio and TV from (A Turkic language spoken by the Turks) Turkish state broadcaster TRT also available.
www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/c/co/communications_in_cyprus.htm   (416 words)

  
 North Cyprus Home Page - Site info
The aim here is to introduce the visitor to the natural and historical beauties, culture and charming Mediterranean character of North Cyprus and its peoples.
We are ardent supporters of freedom of information and free speech on the internet and are against any type of discrimination (as well as incrimination) of any individual and/or society.
Since our starting days, we have grown enormously to be the premier point of reference on the internet regarding North Cyprus, and as such believe in the need to continuously update and renew ourselves.
www.cypnet.co.uk /ncyprus/siteinfo/history.htm   (212 words)

  
 How to get to North Cyprus?
There are daily scheduled flights from major European capitals and from the major cities of Turkey to Ercan Airport in Northern Cyprus.
Cyprus Turkish Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Onur Air, charter airlines currently have regular flights to North Cyprus.
Visitors who do not wish to have their passports stamped by the authorities on arrival in North Cyprus may request a stamped visa form which is loosely inserted into the passport and removed on departure.
www.cypnet.com /.ncyprus/tourism/tourist.html   (201 words)

  
 Cyprus / cy.html
Assembly of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus
Cyprus Mission to the UN in New York
Tourism in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus
www.meatnpotatoes.com /nations/cy.html   (99 words)

  
 Cyprus Pages.com - the largest human edited directory in Cyprus. Cyprus links directory   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
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Cyprus ski information tourist cyprus yellow page cyprus developer agent estate company sex car reservation cyprus travel agent property for sale property in cyprus property developer cyprus property sales buy property cyprus.
www.cypruspages.com /links.php?cat=70   (535 words)

  
 Cyprus Professional Services   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
However, it's not just the geographical proximity of Cyprus which makes it the ideal professional services centre for eastern and western clients.
The Cyprus Telecommunications Authority (CYTA) has invested heavily to make Cyprus a communications hub and an international business centre in the Eastern Mediterranean.
Cyprus has an all-digital local network, satellite communications network and fibre optic submarine cable systems that link it to other modern economies.
www.cyprus-prof-serve.com /int5.shtml   (103 words)

  
 Cyprus, Map and Flag
In 1974, a Greek-sponsored attempt to seize the government was met by military intervention from Turkey, which soon controlled almost 40% of the island.
In 1983, the Turkish-held area declared itself the "Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus," but it is recognized only by Turkey.
white with a copper-colored silhouette of the island (the name Cyprus is derived from the Greek word for copper) above two green crossed olive branches in the center of the flag; the branches symbolize the hope for peace and reconciliation between the Greek and Turkish communities
www.greatestcities.com /Middle_East/Cyprus.html?redir=1   (1758 words)

  
 Cyprus Map
Window on Cyprus is packed with activities that you can enjoy on your holiday in Cyprus,accommodation,history, general info,sailing and marine...
Zeal - Cyprus map - Human written reviews of their fine web sites in a huge number of categories.
Cyprus Map results at Excite - Now gathers results from the top engines and directories.
www.inneans.com /maps/Cyprus-map.html   (511 words)

  
 Media and Communications: Cyprus: Selected Internet Resources (Portals to the World, Library of Congress)
General Disclaimer: The 1974 division of Cyprus into southern ("Greek") and northern ("Turkish") parts is not recognized by the United States Government, which continues to recognize the (predominantly Greek) Republic of Cyprus as the sole legitimate government for the entire island.
Homepage of the national news agency for Cyprus, providing current news stories and commentary (in Greek, Turkish, and English) and links to organizations and government agencies involved in journalism and the media.
Current news, with emphasis on Cyprus and the Middle East in general, as well as editorial commentary and a number of useful links to Cypriot sites and to sites in the Middle East.
www.loc.gov /rr/international/european/cyprus/resources/cy-media.html   (582 words)

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