Cyprus 2007
According to ezinereligion, in 2007, Cyprus had an estimated population of over 1 million people, composed mainly of Greek and Turkish ethnic groups. The official languages were Greek and Turkish but several other languages were also spoken. The economy was largely based on exports of copper, citrus fruits and pharmaceuticals. In terms of foreign relations, Cyprus had close ties with its neighbors Greece and Turkey and maintained diplomatic relations with several other countries such as the United Kingdom, Russia and the United States. Politically, Cyprus was a presidential republic led by President Tassos Papadopoulos since 2003 until his term ended in 2008. Following his term Demetris Christofias became President in 2008 and is still in power today. Yearbook 2007 Cyprus. On March 9, Cypriot authorities demolished the concrete wall that…