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Cyprus News Agency: News in English, 96-07-27
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[01] Christofi encouraged by potential of American market
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[01] Christofi encouraged by potential of American market
New York, Jul 27 (CNA) -- Minister of Commerce, Industry and
Tourism, Kyriacos Christofi, has stated that the American market
holds ''a great potential for Cyprus'', especially in the areas of
trade and tourism.
Christofi made these statements yesterday, after completing a
nine-day working visit to the US and Canada.
The Cypriot Minister visited New York, Washington and Toronto
where he met with officials of the US Commerce Department and other
government officials, as well as key figures in the US tourism
industry and private sector leaders.
He also attended events held by the Cyprus community, marking
the 22nd anniversary of the 1974 Turkish invasion and occupation of
Cyprus' northern third.
During his stay in the US Christofi attended a lunch with
editors of travel publications and a reception with tour operators
to whom he outlined steps made to attract more American tourists
in this east Mediterranean island.
Christofi said he was impressed by the very friendly reception
he received in the US and the positive attitude Americans appear to
have towards Cyprus.
CNA JD/MA/AP/1996
ENDS, CYPRUS NEWS AGENCY
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