https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-reunification-off-the-table-says-former-u-s-ambassador-warns-europe-not-to-rely-on-u-s
A statesman, a diplomat, and a patriot, John Koenig is the epitome of dedication to service and diplomacy. With a career spanning over three decades, he has served in pivotal roles across the globe, from his time as U.S. Ambassador to Cyprus from 2012 to 2015 to his earlier postings in Belgium, Greece, Indonesia, Italy, and the Philippines.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-shifts-westward-with-historic-white-house-meeting
President Nicos Christodoulides recently met with U.S. President Joe Biden in a historic visit to the White House, marking a new chapter in Cyprus’ foreign policy as it turns toward the West, according to a report by Yiannis Ioannou in this Sunday's Kathimerini....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-and-u-s-strengthen-crime-fighting-cooperation
The House Plenary of Cyprus approved an important agreement on Thursday aimed at boosting cooperation between Cyprus and the United States in the fight against serious crime....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/putin-urges-dollar-ditch-but-asks-summit-guests-for-dollars-and-euros
Russian President Vladimir Putin is leading efforts to reduce global reliance on the US dollar by promoting "de-dollarization" at a summit with over 20 world leaders. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/cyprus-eyes-direct-flights-to-the-u-s-aiming-for-new-heights-in-tourism
Let’s accept that we may not solve everything, but we can aim to address some key issues. At the very least, we should lay the groundwork for their resolution....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-app-teaches-teens-money-management
As technology continues to evolve, digital currency is becoming an increasingly integral part of modern life, making daily transactions easier, faster, and more accessible....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-nears-inclusion-in-u-s-visa-waiver-program
Cyprus is progressing toward inclusion in the U.S. Visa Waiver Program, a move expected to simplify travel for Cypriots while strengthening cooperation between the two nations in combating serious crime....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/$1-800-boat-trips-in-high-demand-amid-lebanon-conflict
Before war engulfed Lebanon, the Princess 2010 yacht was a symbol of leisure, cruising along the coast with passengers paying $600 each to enjoy its 24-meter luxury. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-flights-from-lebanon-for-uk-nationals-with-boat-routes-to-cyprus
More charter flights are expected throughout the day to evacuate British nationals from Lebanon, according to the UK Foreign Office, which described the number of flights as "limited."
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/china-abolishes-visa-requirement-for-cypriots
In a significant diplomatic development, China has officially abolished visa requirements for Cypriot nationals, marking a new chapter in the relationship between the two countries. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-sanctions-two-cypriots-over-spyware-threat
Two Cypriot individuals were included in the new designations issued on Monday by the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/what-cyprus-new-eu-minimum-wage-directive-means-for-workers-and-employers
Cyprus is set to implement the European Union’s directive on adequate minimum wages....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/brexit-leads-to-sharp-decline-in-eu-students-at-uk-universities
The number of students from the European Union enrolling in British universities has dropped sharply since Brexit, new figures show. There are fewer students from Italy, Germany, and France coming to study in the UK....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/euro-turkey-relations-the-cyprus-problem-and-an-intangible-connection
On Thursday morning, High Representative Josep Borrell nearly overlooked mentioning the lunch discussion with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan about Euro-Turkish relations at the informal EU foreign ministers' meeting....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkey-s-fidan-pushes-equal-sovereignty-for-cyprus-at-eu-talks
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan’s initial intervention during the informal summit of the Foreign Ministers of the EU in Brussels, on Thursday, was made without reference to the Cyprus problem, according to diplomatic sources....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greece-tightens-bank-statement-rules-for-schengen-visa
Travelers planning to visit Greece need a Schengen visa, which permits stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period across the Schengen Area.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/uk-travelers-to-the-eu-will-need-€7-visa-waiver-starting-may-2025
UK travelers heading to the EU will need to pay a €7 fee starting in May 2025, thanks to new rules introduced by the EU. This fee, part of the European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS), will be required for UK and other visa-exempt travelers, similar to the US ESTA system....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/christodoulides-criticized-for-inconsistent-policy-on-turkey-s-eu-role
On February 2-3, 2024, the Belgian presidency of the Council of the European Union hosted an informal meeting of Foreign Ministers, known as the Gymnich, in Brussels....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-crucial-to-global-security-says-us-ambassador
The U.S. Ambassador to Cyprus, Julie Fisher, stressed the significant role of Cyprus in regional and global security during her remarks at the Overseas Cypriots Conference in Nicosia. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-faces-internal-struggle-over-hungarian-presidency-boycott
According to Kathimerini's Pavlos Xanthoulis, the European Union is facing a delicate situation as it grapples with the Hungarian Presidency and the upcoming informal Council of Foreign Ministers, known as Gymnich, scheduled for August 28-29 in Budapest....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-secures-€30-million-eu-grant-for-enhanced-maritime-surveillance
Cyprus has secured an additional €30 million in funding from the European Commission to enhance its maritime surveillance capabilities. This funding follows the successful selection...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/we-don-t-come-here-just-to-take-video
“Many afternoons, I look at the opening between the trees and think, I’d like to go there too, but I know I can’t...'' says the 15-year-old from...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriot-citizens-set-to-travel-to-us-visa-free
The Cyprus Parliament ratified an agreement today between the Government of the Republic of Cyprus and the Government of the United States of America, paving the way for Cyprus to participate in the USA Visa Waiver program....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-submits-bill-to-join-u-s-visa-waiver-program
The Cyprus government submitted a bill to the House of Representatives plenary on Thursday, aiming to fulfill the necessary preconditions for the Republic of Cyprus to join the United States Visa Waiver Program....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-prepared-for-lebanon-conflict-fallout-says-kombos
A possible spillover of the conflict in Lebanon would have catastrophic consequences, Foreign Affairs Minister Constantinos Kombos said on Tuesday......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ict-sector-powers-cyprus-economic-growth
Almost all of the productivity growth in Cyprus' economy over the past three years can be attributed to the Information and Communication Technology......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-meets-trafficking-standards-us-state-department-report
The Government of the Republic of Cyprus fully meets the minimum standards for the elimination of trafficking, the State Department said in its report regarding "In Persons Trafficking"....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-looks-to-washington-for-key-defense-and-visa-policy-changes
In a bid to strengthen its relationship with the United States, Cyprus is focusing on two crucial dossiers: lifting the U.S. arms embargo and joining the U.S. Visa Waiver Program....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-and-us-tighten-ties-visa-free-travel-and-arms-deals-on-the-horizon
According to a report written by Yiannis Ioannou, the consolidation of Cyprus-US strategic cooperation and the conclusion of a strategic dialogue agreement have significantly deepened Cypriot-US relations at a critical time,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-nears-visa-free-us-travel-in-final-stages
sident of the Republic Nikos Christodoulides said Wednesday that Cyprus is at the final stage regarding joining the Visa Waiver Program thus becoming eligible for visa-free entry into the USA....
