In 1994, there were 1.990,000 TV households. World Service and Arabic Service. Because of the small size of its population, it is difficult for Cyprus to maintain a local film industry. However, an effort has been made in this direction with the help of the Advisory Committee for the Cinema, set up by the Government. There is only occasional training of cultural development personnel.
Art teaching includes visual arts, music and drama.
The Cultural Services and the Directorate for Cultural Affairs of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs are responsible for the implementation and signing of cultural agreements. As a member of the Commonwealth, it also participates in that organization's cultural activities. There are only a few bilateral cultural agreements. 8.1 Ministries, authorities and academies Cultural Services Ministry of Education and the Arts Nicosia Tel. 8.2 Central cultural institutions Cyprus Broadcasting Corporation Ministry of Interior Nicosia Cyprus Centre of ITI Eleftheroupoleos str.