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Cyprus Real Estate Association Champions Sector Reforms and Housing Policy

Constructive Dialogue With Leadership

In a statement released on Tuesday, the Cyprus Real Estate Developers Association emphasized the pivotal role of the island’s construction industry in driving economic and social progress. The association met with President Nikos Christodoulides, along with high-level government officials including Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou, Migration Deputy Minister Nicholas Ioannides, Deputy Minister to the President Irene Piki, Government Spokesperson Konstantinos Letymbiotis, and Head of the President’s Press Office Victoras Papadopoulos.

Streamlining Processes for Growth

During the June 23 meeting, key discussion points centered on expediting the issuance of building permits. The association lauded the efforts by the Interior Ministry to simplify procedures and underscored the need for effective local government district operations. This initiative is seen as essential for maintaining the competitive edge of Cyprus’ real estate sector and bolstering the national economy.

Addressing Housing Challenges

Housing affordability was a focal topic as Chairperson Yiannis Misirlis highlighted the urgency of resolving ongoing housing struggles. The association remains committed to ensuring access to affordable housing and has submitted further proposals aimed at enhancing public housing policy, reflecting a shared commitment between the public and private sectors.

A Vision for a Sustainable Future

In closing, Chairperson Misirlis expressed his gratitude to President Christodoulides for the productive dialogue. He reaffirmed the association’s dedication to contributing responsibly towards a modern, functional, and sustainable real estate sector, reinforcing its role as a critical driver of economic growth in Cyprus.

Elevating Infant Nutrition: Nara Organics Unveils Premium Organic Formula

The Origins Of A Vision

When Esther Hallam welcomed her daughter Nara into the world, she immediately confronted a formidable challenge: identifying a trustworthy, high-quality organic infant formula. In a U.S. market dominated by cost-cutting practices—such as the use of skim milk supplemented with oils to meet nutritional standards—Hallam observed a disconnect between established availability and uncompromised quality. Research linking corn syrup to obesity and palm oil to reduced calcium absorption only reinforced her resolve to seek a safer alternative.

Redefining Industry Standards

Frustrated by the limitations of existing options, Hallam devoted seven years to developing an organic, whole-milk formula with the expertise of leading scientists and pediatric nutritionists. Nara Organics distinguishes itself by offering the highest percentage of milk fat of any formula on the U.S. market and a significantly reduced reliance on plant-based oils. The carefully selected blend of organic sunflower, coconut, and rapeseed oils not only meets nutritional needs but also minimizes potential health risks inherent to additives like palm oil, soy, and corn syrup.

Manufacturing Excellence In Germany

Rather than manufacturing domestically—a decision influenced by previous concerns over Cronobacter contamination in American facilities—Nara Organics leverages the advanced, oxygen-controlled production environment of a German facility, widely regarded as the birthplace of powdered infant formula. Chief Marketing Officer Meika Hollender detailed that their unique manufacturing process, which minimizes oxygen exposure during can sealing, substantially extends shelf life and preserves formula integrity, setting a new standard in infant nutrition.

Strategic Investment And Market Impact

Backed by $32 million from prominent investors including AlleyCorp, BBG Ventures, Corazon Ventures, Gingerbread Capital, and Torch Capital, Nara Organics has also garnered support from high-profile celebrity investors such as Serena Williams, Gina Rodriguez, and Nicky Hilton. This robust investment positions the company at the vanguard of an organic infant formula market projected to grow from $20.7 billion in 2023 to $37 billion by 2032.

Enhancing Consumer Accessibility And Community Commitment

Nara Organics is available for purchase directly via its website, subscription models, and a dedicated mobile app that assists parents in tracking essential aspects of infant care. To underscore its commitment to community well-being, the company is donating over 1,400 cans of formula to the Good+ Foundation, which strives to alleviate multi-generational poverty by providing essential services to under-resourced families.

By merging state-of-the-art production with a commitment to organic, high-quality ingredients, Nara Organics is poised to redefine the benchmarks of infant nutrition in a competitive, evolving market.

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