Cyprus has suffered throughout the centuries because of its geographic position, however today its geography is a great advantage, Energy Minister Yiorgos Lakkotrypis said, speaking at a conference organized Saturday by the European Party (EVROKO). Replying to questions by the audience, Lakkotrypis said that the delineation of Cyprus’ Exclusive Economic Zone, the discoveries of natural gas reserves in Israel as well as the prospects for Lebanon are for our own benefit. He pointed out that this is the main reason Cyprus’ efforts are towards becoming an energy hub in the region, adding that the focus of the government’s strategy is the construction of the gas terminal, dismissing the debate for a gas pipeline in Turkey.

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