by promoting regional and international cooperation, are of great importance, emphasised Costas Kadis, education and culture minister, Cyprus, addressing participants at UNESCO’s recently-held general conference.

“Cyprus acknowledges the role of culture, cultural expressions and creative industries as driving forces for development.

We greatly share the vision of UNESCO, of the United Nations and of the European Union for a more integrated approach towards culture, aiming at mutual understanding, intercultural dialogue, social cohesion and economic development,” added Kadis.