Cyprus - Statement by the President of the Republic Mr Demetris Christofias on the award of the Nobel Prize for Economics to Professor Christopher Pissarides
The award of the Nobel Prize for Economics to our compatriot Professor Christopher Pissarides, who shared this year’s Nobel Prize with Professors Peter Diamond and Dale Mortensen, is the highest honour for Cyprus and the people.
The award of the Nobel Prize for Economics to Christopher Pissarides constitutes an international recognition for both his excellent scientific work and his overall contribution to the demanding area of economics.
I congratulate Professor Christopher Pissarides from my heart. He has truly made us all very proud.