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241. Von der Leyen, Christodoulides headline Cyprus-EU anniversary at palace

President of Cyprus Nikos Christodoulides and President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen will attend an event at the Presidential Palace in Nicosia on Wednesday marking the 20th anniversary of the accession of Cyprus to the European Union....

242. President Christodoulides reviews progress on government actions

243. Limassol installs 5 new cameras to tackle traffic offenses

The light detection system has been expanded with the addition of five new fixed cameras, which became operational today, Monday 29 April, in two more locations within the Limassol district. ...

244. Power play unfolds as Auditor General faces dismissal petition

In a tumultuous legal saga unfolding in Cyprus, Attorney General George Savvidis has filed a petition before the Supreme Constitutional Court seeking the dismissal of Auditor General Odysseus Michaelides, according to a report by Apostolos Tomaras in this Sunday's printed edition of Kathimerini....

245. President engages in diplomatic dialogue with Cuellar

Government Spokesperson Konstantinos Letymbiotis said on Friday that a meeting between President of the Republic Nikos Christodoulides and UNSG's personal envoy for Cyprus Maria Angela Holguin is scheduled to take place in the first ten days of May....

246. New cameras in Limassol to target traffic violations

Starting from next Monday, April 29, 2024, the traffic light monitoring system will expand across the Limassol district, introducing five fixed cameras at two additional locations....

247. Government unveils ambitious housing strategy, Minister Ioannou reveals

The government has set the people and their servicing without undue inconvenience at the core of its policies, Minister of the Interior Constantinos Ioannou said on Tuesday, adding the Ministry is working on issuing of public documents the Civil Registry Department. ...

248. Politics Blog: A satirical take on current affairs

I begin today's column with a clarification: there is no issue of institutional credibility in Cyprus. There is, however, an issue of credibility regarding the individuals representing the institutions. Now that we've cleared that up, let's move on....

249. Cyprus marks 50 years since Turkish invasion with monument

President of the Republic of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, unveiled Tuesday a 1974 Prisoners of War monument in the Square that was also renamed, in front of the Armenian cemetery just before the Ledra Pallas roadblock in Nicosia....

250. President advocates for innovation centers to pursue commercialization and self-financing

Centres of Excellence should pursue commercialisation aiming at self-financing, the President of the Republic, Nikos Christodoulides said at the inauguration......

251. Cyprus awaits US pier completion for Gaza aid delivery

The Government is waiting for the completion of the works by the US for the construction of a pier at the port in Gaza so that the delivery of aid to Gaza in the framework of the...

252. President Christodoulides spearheads healthcare reform in Cyprus

Τhe President of the Republic, Nikos Christodoulides, announced "bold reforms" in the health sector, while addressing on Monday an event for the European Patients' Rights Day, organised by the Cyprus Federation of Patients’ Associations (CyFPA) at the Presidential Palace. ...

253. Cyprus shipping industry trying to attract high school students

An educational workshop to enhance maritime awareness and visibility among young people in the professional sector was organized under the auspices of the Shipping Deputy Ministry, the Cyprus Shipowners' Association, and the Ministry of Education....

254. Syrian population in Cyprus now at around 30,000

Approximately 30,000 Syrians currently reside in the Republic of Cyprus, either under subsidiary protection status or illegally, according to data from the Ministry of Interior. ...

255. Cyprus President optimistic on EU-Turkey talks

At the European Council summit in Brussels, Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides voiced contentment regarding discussions on EU-Turkey relations....

256. EU leaders strategize on Middle East issues and Turkey relations

President of the Republic Nikos Christodoulides will pay an official visit to Lebanon together with President of the European Commission......

257. Greek workers strike paralyzes transport services

In Greece, transport services came to a standstill on Wednesday as workers across various sectors participated in a 24-hour strike, demanding higher pay to offset the increasing cost of living...

258. Olympic flame lit in Ancient Olympia, embarks on journey to Paris

The Olympic Flame embarked on its journey from Ancient Olympia, marking the Lighting Ceremony for the 33rd Olympic Games 2024, set to be hosted in Paris from July 26 to August 11....

259. Breakthrough in Larnaca port revamp talks

Recent discussions, presided over by President Nikos Christodoulides, have ignited hope for the transformation of Larnaca's port and marina. With both the government and project contractor, Kition Ocean Holdings, taking bold steps, a breakthrough seems within reach....

260. Cyprus President firm on UN resolution for settlement

The President of the Republic of Cyprus Nikos Christodoulides rejected the Turkish demand for a ''two-states'' solution to the long-standing Cyprus issue as ''irrational''......

261. Cypriot President courts investors in London to boost economic prospects

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides has on Tuesday a series of meetings in London aim at bolstering investment prospects within Cyprus. ...

262. Cyprus suspends asylum for Syrian nationals

President Christodoulidis announced on Saturday evening a suspension of the examination of asylum applications for individuals of Syrian origin, citing the recent influx of Syrian political asylum seekers arriving in Cyprus....

263. European elections add twist to Cyprus polls

On June 9, Cyprus goes to the polls in the most complicated elections in its history as the European elections and the local government elections are held in parallel, following the reform passed by the Parliament....

264. Cyprus President to join EU leaders in Vienna for high-stakes dinner

President of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, is going to Vienna on Friday, where he will participate in a working dinner with a group of leaders......

265. Larnaca port echoes Vasilikos unrest

The ambitious redevelopment of Larnaca's port, a cornerstone of the city's growth, has hit a rough patch....

266. Government ramps up digital services with new mobile app

The government works on two levels concerning the roll out of Digital Citizen, namely the upgrading of the government portal gov.cy......

267. President Christodoulides hails financial progress with new CBC Governor

The appointment ceremony for the new governor of the Central Bank of Cyprus, Mr. Christodoulos Patsalides, occurred this morning at the Presidential Palace, with the President of the Republic, Mr. Nikos Christodoulides, in attendance....

268. Cyprus President returns from Lebanon with promises fulfilled

President Nikos Christodoulides' whirlwind journey to Beirut has drawn to a close, yet the true test of its impact lies on the horizon, amidst the waves. ...

269. Cyprus News Digest - From river beautification to billionaires' bargains

It's been a while since we heard about inaugurations from our president, so this one deserves special mention: ...

270. Christodoulides and Von der Leyen strategize on Cyprus migration crisis

In a cordial atmosphere, the meeting between President Nikos Christodoulides of the Republic of Cyprus and President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen took place today, Sunday, April 7, in Athens....