It is with great honour that I take up today the position of Political Head of the Ministry of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy. I would like to assure His Excellency Mr. Nicos Christodoulides, President of the Republic of Cyprus, who has entrusted me with such a strong and promising portfolio for the technological development of our country, that I will live up to his expectations.
We will do our utmost to accomplish the mission of the Deputy Ministry and to implement the objectives set out in the new President's election programme.
The rapid technological development and the challenges at the global level require us to bring Cyprus to a competitive level in terms of research, innovation and the great challenge of the transition to e-government. It is time to change the course of history and kick-start the new digital era in the best interests of our fellow citizens and our country. Our goal is to make Cyprus a leader in technological developments by empowering research and innovation.
I fully understand that this is a newly created Deputy Ministry, which was put into operation under the difficult circumstances brought about by the Covid-19 pandemic, so we leave behind any problems that had arisen in the past, but which I intend to identify and study so that they are not repeated in the future.
Of course, the starting point for our collective effort is the first important steps taken by my predecessor, the dear Kyriakos Kokkinos, together with the excellent staff of the Ministry of State. Mr Kokkinos and I have already had a thorough discussion on the issues of the Ministry of State. At the same time, I would like to thank the Director General, Mr. Chimonas, with whom we also had a constructive discussion on the issues and with whom I look forward to an excellent cooperation.
Dear Kyriakos Kokkinos,
My warm request, do not hesitate to share with us your suggestions, your views and your concerns. You remain important in the difficult work we are called upon to continue.
From the bottom of my heart, I wish you good rest, every success in your next steps and good health to you and your loved ones.
(NΓ)
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