Government Spokesman Stephanos Stephanou announced Monday President Demetris Christofias’ decisions for a limited Cabinet reshuffle.
The President appointed Banker and current Health Insurance Organisation Chairman, Vasos Shiarlis new Minister of Finance.
Minister of Interior Neoclis Sylikiotis is the new Minister of Trade, Industry and Tourism, replacing Praxoula Antoniadou.
Former Mayor of Nicosia Eleni Mavrou was appointed new Minister of Interior.
Replying to questions, Stephanou said that the outgoing Minister of Trade had submitted orally her resignation to the President several days ago.
Handover ceremonies will be held Tuesday at the Ministries of Interior and Trade and on Friday at the Ministry of Finance.