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151. Cyprus and China lock horns over Vasilikos issues

Apostolos Tomaras writes in this Sunday's Kathimerini that negotiations between Cyprus and the Chinese consortium over the "PROMETHEAS" ship, currently in Shanghai, have become a contentious issue as Cyprus seeks to gain control of the vessel. ...

152. Turkey pushes for 'Taiwanization' of occupied Cyprus

According to Kathimerini reporter Pavlos Xanthoulis, Ankara is intensifying efforts to secure international support for the "Taiwanization" of occupied Cyprus by advocating for direct trade and flights from the region, which could bolster the sovereign equality of the self-declared "Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus" (TRNC)....

153. Increased military activity linked to humanitarian mission amid regional tensions

The activity observed in the last few days with the presence of ships and/or aircraft in Cyprus is due to the humanitarian role that the country is called upon to assume in light of developments in the region, Government Spokesman, Konstantinos Letymbiotis, told CNA on Friday....

154. USS Wasp arrives in Limassol for routine port visit

The USS Wasp (LHD 1), an amphibious assault ship with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC), arrived in Limassol on August 8, 2024, for a scheduled port visit, the US Fleet Forces Command announced Thursday. ...

155. EU demands Cyprus return €101M in energy project funds

The Republic of Cyprus is preparing to respond to the European Commission by the first week of September regarding a demand to return €101 million in funding that was allocated for the Vasilikos energy terminal, Energy, Trade, and Industry Minister George Papanastasiou said Thursday....

156. Paphos Municipality cracks down on unauthorized port practices

Under the leadership of the Paphos Municipality, various agencies responsible for the operation and management of the Paphos port have joined forces to tackle illegal activities and improve the services provided to visitors and professionals. ...

157. Cyprus sees fuel price drop by 2-3 cents

Cypriot households burdened by rising living costs are getting a reprieve as fuel prices drop, with further reductions expected by the end of August....

158. Joint Sea Venture for cleaner seas by the Bank of Cyprus

Initial assessments showed no observable impact on the biodiversity of the Blue Lagoon area of the Akamas Peninsulaby tourism activities....

159. Larnaca Marina gets €30M upgrade, port project postponed

The government abandoned the joint development of the Larnaca port and marina, announcing on Thursday projects estimated at over €30 million to upgrade the marina and the surrounding area, heeding the suggestions of the city’s local stakeholders....

160. Vasilikos: Cyprus political figures and public officials to be summoned

The European Public Prosecutor's Office has launched an investigation into the construction contract of the Natural Gas Terminal (NGA) in Vasilikos, Cyprus....

161. Cyprus relaunches LNG terminal tender after €0.5B contract termination

Cyprus will soon launch tenders for the completion of the Liquefied Natural Gas Terminal for electricity generation, despite the termination of a €0.5 billion......

162. Cyprus eyes key EU portfolio in von der Leyen’s second commission

As EU member states finalize the 26 names for Ursula von der Leyen's second European Commission......

163. Von der Leyen's EU role for Mediterranean attracts Cyprus

Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides is seeking control of a newly proposed role within the European Commission, aimed at overseeing EU policy for the Mediterranean region....

164. Philippine tanker sinks, spilling 1,500 tons of fuel

A marine tanker carrying industrial fuel sank in rough seas off the Philippines on Thursday, causing a large oil spill as coast guard rescuers searched for a missing crew member, officials said....

165. Cyprus to decide on Great Sea Interconnector this August

Important decisions concerning the Great Sea Interconnector, an electric cable linking Cyprus and Greece, are anticipated in August. ...

166. Futuristic yacht stuns Mykonos with Sci-Fi design

167. Anastasiades speaks out on Cyprus solution, corruption, and political ties

In one of his most candid interviews to date, former President Nicos Anastasiades discussed the Cyprus problem and the talks held in Crans-Montana with Marina Economides in "K". ...

168. Five Turkish warships stir tensions in Greek waters

In recent days, Turkey has deployed up to five warships near the maritime boundary between Kasos and Karapathos islands, just outside Greek territorial waters....

169. Philippines secures China approval for ship supplies

The Philippines announced it has reached an understanding with China regarding resupply missions to the beached Filipino naval ship, the BRP Sierra Madre, a significant flashpoint in the South China Sea....

170. ETYFA receives unfinished Vasilikos Terminal, plans to complete by 2025

The government is on a countdown following the termination of the contract for the construction of Terminal F.P. at Vasilikos by the CPP-METRON CONSORTIUM LTD....

171. Erdogan and Tatar reject federal solution on 50th anniversary (pics)

Yesterday marked the 50th anniversary of the Turkish invasion of Cyprus in July 1974. Over half a century later, Cyprus remains in the same status quo as it had after that fateful day. Consequently, poignant memorials were held across the island, including in the occupied areas....

172. Turmoil at Vasilikos as Chinese consortium pulls out, terminal project in limbo

The sudden withdrawal of the CPP-METRON CONSORTIUM LTD from the Vasilikos terminal project has added a new layer of complexity to the already troubled initiative. ...

173. Kuwait sends 200 tonnes of aid to Gaza via Cyprus

A delegation from Kuwait’s Al-Salam Association for Humanitarian and Charitable Works is set to send around 200 tonnes of humanitarian aid to Gaza’s civilian population via the Amalthea humanitarian corridor to the port of Ashdod, Israel....

174. Soaring insurance costs push global shipping rates up 233%

Global trade has faced immense pressure since last October when the war in the Near East erupted following the terrorist attack by the Palestinian group Hamas against Israel. ...

175. US and Israel fund far-right groups blocking Gaza aid

Under U.S. pressure, Israel has pledged to deliver substantial humanitarian aid to Gaza....

176. Cyprus and Greece commit to Eastern Med security

Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas stressed the joint commitment of Cyprus and Greece to make every possible effort to maintain peace, security, stability and cooperation in the Eastern Mediterranean......

177. Legal challenges mount over Vasilikos Terminal abandonment

Cyprus is preparing for significant changes in its energy sector following the formal termination of the contract between the Natural Gas Infrastructure......

178. Cyprus faces financial hit as Chinese consortium exits energy project

Following the public admission by Energy Minister George Papaconstantinou, the agreed separation between Cyprus' Natural Gas Infrastructure Company (ETYFA) and the Chinese consortium CPP-METRON Consortium Ltd (CMC Ltd) is imminent, according to a report by Apostolos Tomaras in this Sunday's printed edition of Kathimerini....

179. Cyprus exports decline sharply while imports see a modest rise

Cyprus saw its trade deficit grow in May 2024, largely due to a significant drop in exports and a slight increase in imports, according to recent data from the Cyprus Statistical Service. The trade deficit for May 2024 was €693.4 million, up from €578.2 million in May 2023....

180. Cyprus faces crucial decision as LNG terminal contract nears end

Energy Minister George Papanastasiou announced on Tuesday that the contract between the Natural Gas Infrastructure Company (ETYFA) and the CPP-METRON Consortium Ltd (CMC Ltd) for the Vasilikos liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal construction is approaching its conclusion....