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31. Cyprus and Chevron Strike Deal for Aphrodite Gas Field Development

The Cyprus government and Chevron, the U.S. energy company, have successfully concluded negotiations on the development of the Aphrodite gas field, marking a significant breakthrough, according to a report in the Associated Press. ...

32. Why the constant delay in the Cyprus-Chevron gas deal?

Negotiations between the Republic of Cyprus and Chevron, representing the Aphrodite consortium in block ''12'' in the Cypriot EEZ, are currently stuck, primarily due to differences in the time frame. ...

33. Chevron granted extension for crucial Aphrodite field proposal submission

Chevron has successfully obtained an extension until Friday, December 1, to submit a crucial letter detailing its plans for the development of the ''Aphrodite'' field,...

34. Can Aphrodite field consortium seal the deal?

In a recent update on the Aphrodite field development, the Ministry of Energy has granted a seven-day extension until November 27 for the consortium to finalize an agreement with the government on the field's development plan....

35. Cyprus-Chevron's Aphrodite development talks intensify

Negotiations between Cyprus and Chevron regarding the long-standing differences over Block ''12'' on Cyprus' Aphrodite are reaching a climax. On November 20, the deadline for the last two-week extension granted to Chevron expired....

36. Assessing George Papanastasiou's 9-month energy impact

Last March, when the newly elected President of the Republic, Nikos Christodoulides, announced his Cabinet, one portfolio that drew attention was the Ministry of Energy....

37. Two-week lifeline as ''Aphrodite'' negotiations extend amid deadlock

With the deadline for Chevron's proposal on the ''Aphrodite'' reservoir set to expire on Sunday, November 5, negotiations between the Republic of Cyprus and the consortium of ''12'' (Chevron, Shell, NewMed) led by the American giant for the development of the reservoir seem to remain in a deadlock. ...

38. Energy Minister urges Chevron to honor agreement for Aphrodite field development

Energy Minister George Papanastasiou has issued new communications to Chevron, the operator of the Aphrodite field, from the Parliament ahead of the crucial meeting with Chevron's Chairman, Clay Neff. ...

39. Tensions escalate as Aphrodite field negotiations reach breaking point

The final phase of negotiations for the development of the Aphrodite field, led by Chevron's consortium in Block 12 and the Republic of Cyprus, is approaching its deadline, set by Nicosia for the commencement of FEED operations on the upcoming Sunday, November 5....

40. Halloween and All Souls Day: Cyprus unleashes spooky and quirky delights!

Cyprus, the sunny island in the Mediterranean, is gradually warming up to the enchanting world of Halloween. While it may not yet be a nationwide tradition, Cypriots are eager to embrace the spooky, kooky magic of the holiday....

41. ''Aphrodite'' deal stalls between Nicosia and Chevron

November is not bringing any closer the prospect of an agreement between Nicosia and Chevron regarding the development of Block 12, also known as 'Aphrodite,' within the Cypriot Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ)....

42. Negotiations on Cyprus EEZ and Chevron continue amid disagreements

Two days of negotiations regarding the development plan (FDP) for block "12" ("Aphrodite") within the Cypriot Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) have concluded in Nicosia. These discussions involved the Ministry of Energy and senior officials from the consortium responsible for its management, which includes Chevron, Shell, and NewMed Energy....

43. Cyprus and Chevron unite for Aphrodite gas field

The Cyprus government and Chevron International reaffirmed on Wednesday that the development of Aphrodite gas field, located in the country's Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ), is of "strategic importance."...

44. Cyprus' gas dilemma deepens

While Netanyahu's recent visit to Cyprus generated considerable attention, it's apparent that promises of cooperation in the Eastern Mediterranean have yet to materialize. ...

45. Are dairy products the new focus for Israel-Cyprus relations?

If someone hadn't followed the Israeli Prime Minister's past statements about EastMed and the LNG terminal in Cyprus and didn't know that energy was the main topic in the previous eight meetings, they might have thought that the leaders of Cyprus, Greece, and Israel had more pressing matters during the 9th trilateral meeting in Nicosia. ...

46. Cyprus-Israel energy cooperation thrives despite regional tensions

Since 2014, the Trilateral-Greece-Cyprus-Israel cooperation, with Prime Ministers Kyriakos Mitsotakis and Benjamin Netanyahu, was completed in Nicosia....

47. Energy gamble or gain? Cyprus' big plans under scrutiny

The reluctance of the European Investment Bank (EIB) to financially support a part of the project, such as the Israel-Cyprus-Greece electric cable, should strongly concern Cyprus regarding its energy plans. ...

48. Ηead & Hand: Akamantis by artist Kyriaki Costa

49. Results of Aphrodite drilling expected this August

The confirmatory drilling A3 in the Aphrodite reservoir was completed last week, stated Minister of Energy Giorgos Papadopoulos on Monday, noting that there seems to be positive news....

50.  Man drowns in Paphos' beach

A tragedy occurred at Aphrodite's Rock in Paphos on Sunday, July 9 afternoon. ...

51. A taste of nature: New restaurant opens at Minthis Lifestyle Resort, offering a culinary journey

52. Anticipating the arrival of natural gas in Cyprus

After attending a workshop on energy issues in Nicosia and engaging in meetings with stakeholders in the UK, George Papanastasiou, the Minister of Energy, Trade, and Industry, is now embarking on a two-day working visit to Israel. ...

53. One step for East Med gas but no giant leap

An Israeli gas company with Greek interests wants to lay a subsea pipeline from Aphrodite natural gas field to a facility in Egypt, a proposal potentially seeking to reduce time and cost but also bypassing the issue of Turkey...

54. Aphrodite emerges from sea but behind closed doors

NewMed Energy, one of the partners in 'Aphrodite' hydrocarbons field, listed on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange, will officially announce the delivery of the modified development and production plan of the block on Wednesday, Cyprus Energy Minister George Papanastasiou told the Cyprus News Agency...

55. Is there an energy plan, or isn't there?

When in 2011 Cyprus discovered natural gas in "Aphrodite," the discussion about geopolitical upgrading was so intense that it led to the creation... of a movie titled "Block 12" and the establishment of specialized studies in oil & gas....

56. Cyprus resolute on natural gas plans despite geopolitical reactions

Minister of Energy, George Papanastasiou, affirmed Cyprus' commitment to proceed with its plans for transporting natural gas from the region, both for domestic electricity generation and for liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports, despite geopolitical reactions....

57. Aphrodite shield: Cyprus and UK join forces for air defense training

The air defence drill "Aphrodite Shield" was carried out on Tuesday, with the participation of Air Defence Units of the Cyprus Air Command and aircraft of the Royal Air Force of the United Kingdom....

58. In search of an energy strategy

After President Christodoulides' visit to Israel and his meeting with Netanyahu, two key issues have emerged regarding Nicosia's energy strategy:...

59. Cyprus on verge of becoming LNG hub as talks of Israel pipeline intensify

The announcements made by the Prime Minister of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu, regarding a pipeline that will transport natural gas from Israel's Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) to Cyprus for liquefaction (LNG) and export to European markets...

60. Chevron pushes forward with Cyprus tricky move

Chevron has reportedly started drilling a key appraisal well offshore Cyprus, a development mired in geopolitical controversy over the ethnically-split island as well as neighbor relations...