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Cypriot economist and politician From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Kikis Kazamias (Greek: Κίκης Καζαμίας; born 27 August 1951) is a Cypriot economist and politician. He studied International Trade and International Economic Relations at the Berlin School of Economics and Law (BSEL) with a specialization in foreign trade and international economic relations. Returning to Cyprus in 1977, Kazamias became actively involved in politics joining the left-wing Progressive Party of Working People (AKEL).
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Kikis Kazamias | |
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Κίκης Καζαμίας | |
Cypriot Minister of Finance | |
In office 6 August 2011 – 23 March 2012 | |
Preceded by | Charilaos Stavrakis |
Succeeded by | Vassos Shiarly |
Minister of Communications and Works | |
In office 3 March 2003 – 14 April 2004 | |
Preceded by | Averof Neophytou |
Succeeded by | Giorgos Lillikas |
Personal details | |
Born | Famagusta, Cyprus | 27 August 1951
Political party | AKEL |
Profession | Economist, politician |
On 5 August 2011, Kazamias was appointed Finance Minister of Cyprus by Demetris Christofias replacing Charilaos Stavrakis while still serving his term.[1][2][3] He was in charge for implementing and negotiating the EU austerity measures within the Cyprus government sector after the 2008 European sovereign debt crisis.[4][5][6] He resigned citing medical reasons in March 2012. President Christofias appointed Vassos Shiarly to take his place.[7][8][9][10]
Kazamias is married to Rodoula Koliandri. They have three children.
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