Limassol: Limassol is proof that Cyprus can look to the future with optimism, said the President of the Republic, Nikos Christodoulides, referring on Saturday to projects and interventions totalling more than £660 million during the presentation of the Government’s comprehensive strategy for Limassol district.
According to Cyprus News Agency, in the presence of 12 members of the Council of Ministers, MPs, and all the local authorities, President Christodoulides emphasized that Limassol is the heart of economic progress and development, shipping, technology companies, and a modern multicultural centre. Despite the many challenges of development, it has not lost its Cypriot identity.
“I truly believe that Limassol is proof that Cyprus can look to the future with optimism,” he noted. He added that, along with its great prospects, Limassol faces challenges arising from this rapid development, such as the high cost of living, the housing issue affecting primarily young people, and traffic congestion.
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d the importance of collaboration between the State and local authorities to address these challenges in a holistic and decisive manner. The Government’s broader strategy aims to develop policies in partnership with the local community and citizens.
Overall, President Christodoulides announced initiatives focusing on SMEs and tech companies, housing and infrastructure, as well as health and education. He also highlighted the intention to host 15 informal ministerial meetings in the city during the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the EU.