The 19th International Education Fair opened its gates on Friday in Nicosia, with the participation of Universities, Colleges and other educational institutions from Cyprus and 14 other countries from Europe, as well as the US and Australia.
The Fair is organised by the Cyprus State Fairs Authority and the Cyprus Ministry of Education and Culture. Inaugurating the Education Fair, Minister of Education George Demosthenous said the event comprises an annual established tradition, giving the opportunity to students, educational professionals and the parents to acquire information regarding educational establishments in Cyprus and abroad.
During the opening ceremony, the European Commissioner for Education, Culture, Youth and Sports Androulla Vassiliou talked about the importance of young people studying, working or acquiring professional vocation abroad, in order to enhance their employment opportunities.