Statement by the Government Spokesman Mr Christos Stylianides
19/03/2013
The President of the Republic, Mr Nicos Anastasiades, is continuing intensive deliberations with and briefing of Heads of States and European Officials regarding the climate that has been created after the Eurogroup decision of last week and in view of the expected meeting of the House of Representatives this evening.
Last night the President had a telephone conversation with the German Chancellor Mrs Merkel whom he briefed about the current situation in Cyprus. The President informed the Chancellor that the possibility was considered to cut the loan needs through Cypriot funds.
The President of the Republic is expected to have another conversation with Mrs Merkel today and he will continue his contacts with other leaders as well.
Meanwhile the Finance Minister, Mr Michalis Sarris, is leaving for Moscow today where he will meet with his Russian counterpart Mr Anton Siluanov.

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