Dr. George Pamporidis studied law in Athens and went on to get a Masters degree (LL.M. Shipping Law) from the University of Southampton, an M.Sc in International Relations from the London School of Economics and a Ph.D in International law from the University of Southampton. He served (2015 to 2018) as Minister of Health of the Republic of Cyprus under President Anastasiades. During his tenure he formulated and introduced a complete reform of the Health Sector.  George is a Lawyer based in Cyprus practicing corporate and shipping law, qualified in Cyprus, England & Wales and Greece. He is the author of two books and numerous articles. He also teaches International Shipping Law at the University of Cyprus.