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1. Cyprus, Estonia Presidents meet to strengthen ties

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-estonia-presidents-meet-to-strengthen-ties

In a display of camaraderie and mutual interest, Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides and Estonian President Alar Karis met Wednesday at the Presidential Palace, highlighting the strong bond between their nations despite geographical differences. ...

2. Cyprus economy holds steady amid challenges

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-economy-holds-steady-amid-challenges

Canadian credit rating agency DBRS Ratings GmbH (Morningstar DBRS) has affirmed the Republic of Cyprus's long-term ratings, maintaining it at BBB (high) with a stable economic outlook. ...

3. Guests rejoice as Airbnb puts an end to spy cameras

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/guests-rejoice-as-airbnb-puts-an-end-to-spy-cameras

In a significant move applauded by privacy advocates, Airbnb has announced plans to prohibit the use of surveillance cameras in its rentals, effective April 30th. ...

4. Cyprus' economic resilience earns high credit rating confirmation

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-economic-resilience-earns-high-credit-rating-confirmation

International rating agency Morningstar DBRS has confirmed Cyprus’ BBB (high) long-term credit rating with a stable trend, noting that favourable economic prospects balance downside risks. ...

5. European Commission flags trade risks for Cyprus economy

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/european-commission-flags-trade-risks-for-cyprus-economy

The Cypriot economy is on a sound footing due to solid economic growth and declining inflation, but its high integration with EU and non-EU economies make geopolitical and trade tensions......

6. Chinese Ambassador stresses cooperation for Vasiliko LNG success

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/chinese-ambassador-stresses-cooperation-for-vasiliko-lng-success

The main body of the Vassiliko LNG project could be completed at the end of 2024 or early in 2025, as long as various parties can truly work together with......

7. Efforts underway to preserve native Cypriot cattle breed

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/efforts-underway-to-preserve-native-cypriot-cattle-breed

A collaborative effort among Cypriot stakeholders aims to revitalize the dwindling population of the native Cypriot cattle breed, which has faced endangerment since the mechanization of agriculture post-1960....

8. Cyprus sets sights on US tourists with digital campaign

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-sets-sights-on-us-tourists-with-digital-campaign

Cyprus is gearing up to launch a digital campaign aimed at promoting itself as a holiday destination in the United States, with a focus on the East Coast regions of New York, Washington DC, Boston, and Philadelphia....

9. Cyprus embraces global investment with its bond market debut

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-embraces-global-investment-with-its-bond-market-debut

In April 2024, the Republic of Cyprus is gearing up to enter the international bond markets, intending to issue a Euro Medium Term Note (EMTN) bond worth 1 billion euros....

10. Tourist arrivals rise by 5% in February

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/tourist-arrivals-rise-by-5-in-february

Tourist arrivals in Cyprus saw a notable uptick in February 2024 compared to the same period in the previous year, according to data released by the Cyprus Statistical Service on Tuesday. The total number of arrivals reached 125,034, marking a 5% increase from February 2023's figure of 119,081....

11. US Ambassador to Greece wants more US-Greece flights

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-ambassador-to-greece-wants-more-us-greece-flights

US Ambassador to Greece George Tsunis stressed on Thursday the need for more flights from the United States to all of Greece and in particular Thessaloniki....

12. 2% of homes in Cyprus used as Airbnb accommodations

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/2-of-homes-in-cyprus-used-as-airbnb-accommodations

A recent report reveals that a staggering 2% of homes in Cyprus are being utilized as accommodations on Airbnb, highlighting concerns about housing availability and regulatory oversight. ...

13. Hotel industry faces backlash over residence fees

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hotel-industry-faces-backlash-over-residence-fees

The inclusion of a residence tax within the framework of the green tax reform, affecting hotels, tourist accommodations, and Airbnb, is expected to trigger reactions within the hotel industry....

14. Forest Park hotel acquisition joins Cyprus' mountain peaks investment

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/forest-park-hotel-acquisition-joins-cyprus-mountain-peaks-investment

Investment interest in the mountainous areas of the island continues to surge, a trend observed in recent years......

15. Inflation and new markets propel spending close to €3 billion in 2023

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/inflation-and-new-markets-propel-spending-close-to-€3-billion-in-2023

Just before the end of last summer, economic analysts' projections for 2023 tourism revenue were nearing a record close to €3 billion. ...

16. Greek Minister partners with 'Queer Destinations' to boost LGBT tourism

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-minister-partners-with-queer-destinations-to-boost-lgbt-tourism

Greek Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni signed a memorandum of cooperation with the Queer Destinations tourism company on Thursday to promote Greece as a friendly destination for LGBTQ+ people. ...

17. Central Bank predicts 2.2% GDP growth in 2023

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/central-bank-predicts-2-2-gdp-growth-in-2023

The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) expects GDP growth of 2.2% in 2023, compared to significant growth of 5.1% in 2022, while for the years 2024-26 it expects GDP growth of 2.6%, 3.1% and 3.2%, respectively....

18. EU mulls tax breaks for islands nations on aviation fuel

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-mulls-tax-breaks-for-islands-nations-on-aviation-fuel

European Union nations are in talks to grant exemptions for a proposed EU-wide tax on aviation fuel, particularly favoring islands. A draft document from Belgium,...

19. New rules for presidential advisers set amid political turmoil

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-rules-for-presidential-advisers-set-amid-political-turmoil

The House of Representatives, in a vote of 46 in favor and one against, has approved a bill outlining the criteria for hiring advisers-associates to the president, ministers, and deputy ministers....

20. Larnaca's renaissance as the island's boutique oasis

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/larnaca-s-renaissance-as-the-island-s-boutique-oasis

In a recent article by Kathimerini journalist Maria Eracleous, the spotlight is on Larnaca's burgeoning tourism sector, with a particular focus on the Accor Group's inaugural venture in the city....

21. Hotel Berengaria €40M revival sparks environmental debate

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/hotel-berengaria-€40m-revival-sparks-environmental-debate

Positively, the Environmental Authority has conditionally approved the revival and operation of Hotel Berengaria and the construction of houses in Prodromos....

22. Cyprus hotels secure 2nd spot in European tourist satisfaction

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-hotels-secure-2nd-spot-in-european-tourist-satisfaction

In a report in Kathimerini's Oikonomiki newspaper today by Maria Eracleous, Cypriot hotels experience the highest levels of guest satisfaction during the peak summer months of April to June, with an overall satisfaction index averaging 85% from January to November....

23. Nissi Beach ranks 22nd globally on TripAdvisor

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nissi-beach-ranks-22nd-globally-on-tripadvisor

In the recently released list of the world's top 25 beaches by TripAdvisor, Nissi Beach in Cyprus proudly claims the 22nd spot, says Maria Eracleous of Kathimerini. ...

24. Greece tops yachting visits, yet revenue struggles

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/greece-tops-yachting-visits-yet-revenue-struggles

In the last three years, Greece has become the country with the largest number of yachts (commercial and private) visiting, surpassing traditional leaders in the sector such as France and Italy....

25. Europe's sleepless nights over Egypt's crisis

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/europe-s-sleepless-nights-over-egypt-s-crisis

Ask almost any European official specializing in security matters what keeps them up at night, and they’ll probably answer ''Egypt.'' ...

26. Athens is the ultimate hit with Americans as visitors top 1 million

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/athens-is-the-ultimate-hit-with-americans-as-visitors-top-1-million

Athens has developed into a booming 12-month tourism destination, and its biggest market is the US, a new survey is showing....

27. Cyprus Sunshine Cup races back into international spotlight

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-sunshine-cup-races-back-into-international-spotlight

Cyprus Sunshine Cup is re-introduced on the calendar of the International Cycling Union (UCI- Union Cycliste Internationale) and Deputy Minister of Tourism Kostas Koumis has pledged that he will do his utmosτ for the Cup to regain its ''old glory.''...

28. Greece to bring in 40,000 workers from six countries

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/greece-to-bring-in-40-000-workers-from-six-countries

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced on Thursday that Greece is on the cusp of a migration agreement with India to bring in unskilled and skilled workers to the country to be employed in the agricultural, construction and tourism sectors....

29. Cyprus tourism faces headwinds in 2024

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-tourism-faces-headwinds-in-2024

According to an article by Maria Eracleous published in Kathimerini's Oikonomiki, the tourism sector in Cyprus is grappling with a challenging start to 2024, primarily attributed to the ongoing conflict in Israel and heightened price sensitivity impacting travel demand....

30. Airbnb soars in Cyprus as over 6,700 properties embrace the trend

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/airbnb-soars-in-cyprus-as-over-6-700-properties-embrace-the-trend

In Cyprus, there's a growing trend in tourist accommodation preferences, with an increasing number opting for self-catering options like Airbnb, according to Marios Tsianakas,...

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