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Exploring The Surge In Female Employment Across Greece

With a remarkable increase of 6.2 percentage points, Greece has made substantial progress in female employment rates—far surpassing the European Union average of 2.7 percentage points. This pivotal shift was shared by Sofia Zacharaki, the Minister of Family and Social Cohesion, at a United Nations event last Wednesday. Such developments are not only encouraging for Greece but provide a blueprint for neighboring regions, including Cyprus, in enhancing socioeconomic structures.

The significant drop in female unemployment by 8.1 percentage points highlights the ongoing commitment to fostering an inclusive workforce. This progress was discussed during the 69th session of the Commission on the Status of Women, held in conjunction with Cyprus and other nations. Analyzing these initiatives uncovers a roadmap toward sustainable economic empowerment, blending the global reach of international tech advancements such as AI’s transformative potential along with strategic regional reforms.

Despite these promising trends, challenges remain in achieving gender parity in entrepreneurship and leadership roles. The success stories from Greece could serve as a guiding light for enhancing women’s roles in various sectors, potentially impacting European economic stability.

Call for Reform: Cyprus Faces New Challenges with Emerging Tobacco Products

In the face of a burgeoning variety of tobacco products, existing smoking laws in Cyprus are struggling to keep pace, as highlighted by Christos Minas, the president of the Cyprus National Addictions Authority (AAEK). On World No-Tobacco Day, there was a push for legislative reforms to comprehensively cover all tobacco forms, including non-nicotine alternatives.

Addressing Rising Trends with Effective Policies

Minas emphasized the surge in popularity of e-cigarettes and flavored products, particularly among the youth. The proposed legal updates aim to enhance enforcement efficiency against these emerging trends.

In collaboration with the World Health Organization’s (WHO) framework, the AAEK has established the first set of national guidelines for smoking cessation in Cyprus, crafting prevention and treatment strategies based on robust scientific evidence.

Educating Youth and Public Awareness Initiatives

Efforts are underway to raise awareness, with informative materials distributed to secondary schools across Cyprus. A public event in Nicosia highlighted the state’s ongoing commitment, providing carbon monoxide testing and expert advice on new tobacco products.

Recent data from the Cyprus general population survey 2023 indicates that 38% of smokers have used e-cigarettes recently, and the smoking initiation age remains at 18.

A Glimpse into Youth Smoking Patterns

According to the latest European school survey, 14% of Cypriot students aged 15-16 reported smoking traditional cigarettes last month. Although this rate is declining, Cyprus still ranks high in Europe for e-cigarette and hookah use among students.

The concern is global, with WHO reports showing over 37 million children aged 13-15 engage in tobacco use, driven by aggressive marketing in loosely regulated environments.

The urgency for reform is clear: before these trends solidify, proactive measures are necessary to protect future generations from potentially hazardous habits.

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