In the course of his career, his work covered a broad range of sectors in Africa, Latin America and East Asia.
[4] In September 2005, President Tassos Papadopoulos appointed Sarris Minister of Finance, a position he held until the change of government in March 2008.
[6] Sarris on Cyprus' entry to the eurozone: "The Cypriot Pound, which has been legal tender since 1960, will cease to exist and will be replaced by the common European currency.
The economy can reap important benefits from its participation in the single currency area, although it will face significant challenges.
[10] On 15 October 2011, Sarris was accused by the internationally unrecognized entity of Northern Cyprus of inappropriate behaviour and was detained for three days.