TRNC News Today – 11^th September 2014

European Rally Championship’s Cyprus leg to be held on 19th September in the TRNC

The European Rally Championship’s Cyprus leg will be held on 19th September. Deputy Prime Minister, the Minister of Economy, Tourism, Culture and Sports – Serdar Denktaş inspected the location where the rally will take place. Denktaş drew attention to the contribution of the organisation to our country, youth and sportsmen.

Chairman of the “Rally Committee of the Cyprus Turkish Touring and Automobile Association” Kişmir stated that world-famous drivers will race in the rally and added that their aim is to make North Cyprus memorable for them. Kişmir also added that the rally is expected to be watched by 50,000 people.

The Head of TRNC Religious Affairs Department Talip Atalay leaves for Sweden

The Head of TRNC Religious Affairs Department – Talip Atalay left for Sweden. Mr. Atalay was invited by the Religious Social Democrats of Sweden. According to the information given by his office, Atalay went to Sweden within the framework of dialogue process which is taking place with the support and initiative of the Embassy of Sweden between the religious leaders of the two sides. Atalay will attend conferences on religious issues as well as attending “Communication between the Religious Leaders – Its Contribution to the Peace Process in Cyprus” .

During his visit Atalay will meet with various non-governmental organisation representatives and Swedish authorities. Atalay’s visit will take place between 10-14 September.