Pachna, Cyprus. Cyprus’ cabinet will meet on Monday afternoon to discuss the response to a foot-and-mouth disease outbreak and price increases linked to hostilities in the Middle East. President Nikos Christodoulides said ministers would decide on a dedicated plan to support livestock farming.
Support plan for livestock farming
Speaking at a meeting in Pachna on Saturday, Christodoulides said the government would work “in collaboration with all organised groups” and those affected to regenerate and further strengthen livestock farming in the country. He said “these are difficult times and bold decisions are needed.”
Warning against profiteering
Christodoulides said the government has a zero tolerance policy toward those seeking to profit from current price increases, and said the issue would be part of Monday’s agenda. “We will not accept any phenomena of profiteering or anyone seeking to exploit this situation, burdening consumers,” he said.
Measures cited by the government
He highlighted what he described as proactive measures, including a zero-rating of VAT and electricity subsidies.
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