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1. UK and US Ambassadors highlight Cyprus’ growing role in regional affairs

The British High Commissioner Designate to Cyprus, Michael Tatham, and US Ambassador Julie Fisher underscored Cyprus’ importance in the region during the Economist’s 20th Annual Cyprus Summit on Thursday....

2. Cyprus to tighten rules for migrants who commit crimes

Cyprus is reviewing its rules for handling migrants who have special protection but commit serious crimes, according to a report by Kathimerini's George Kakouris....

3. FT: How oil and gas companies hide methane emissions, threatening climate goals

Methane, a potent greenhouse gas, is quietly driving climate change while remaining hidden from view. The oil and gas industry is among the largest contributors to this problem, with companies using various methods to obscure the true scale of their emissions. Here's what you need to know....

4. Understanding surrogacy in Cyprus: A legal guide to the legal process

Motherhood is a significant milestone in every woman's life, but for some, the journey to having biological children can be challenging. Due to medical conditions or infertility, many women and couples find themselves unable to conceive naturally. ...

5. Cyprus to strip protection from asylum seekers who commit serious crimes

Cyprus has moved forward with a new law that will strip asylum seekers of their subsidiary protection status if they commit serious criminal offenses. ...

6. The declaration of the TRNC: A turning point in the Cyprus conflict

On 15 November 1983, the Turkish Cypriot side unilaterally declared the occupied territories as the "Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus" (TRNC)....

7. Cyprus’ endless love affair with unfinished projects

''Oh Prometheus, if only you knew how much you’ve cost us, you’d blush with shame. Yet no one involved seems to care. In any case, full sails ahead.''...

8. Fired Paphos-Polis road contractor wants €35 million payout

The Cyprus government has formally terminated its contract with Intrakat, a Greek construction company, for the long-awaited Paphos-Polis Chrysochous motorway, citing severe delays and excessive demands from the contractor....

9. UN official DiCarlo to visit Cyprus for expanded meeting plans

United Nations Under-Secretary-General Rosemary DiCarlo is expected to visit Cyprus soon, following UN Secretary-General António Guterres’s approval of plans to convene an expanded meeting on Cyprus. All parties involved have agreed to the idea, sources say....

10. Former NATO commander predicts tensions in Europe after Trump win

Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 U.S. presidential election will lead to significant global changes, according to retired U.S. Navy Admiral James Stavridis. ...

11. Hellenic Bank and employer's union settle long-running dispute

Hellenic Bank and Cyprus bank workers' union ETYK have reached an agreement to fully implement their collective agreement, bringing an end to a prolonged dispute that caused uncertainty and disruption at the bank, according to a statement from ETYK....

12. Trump's bold 'Day One' agenda: Immigration, gender policies, and foreign relations

President-elect Donald Trump has set an ambitious agenda for his first day in office, outlining policy goals on issues from immigration to energy and international relations. ...

13. Larnaca and Paphos airports to handle 17.5 million passengers annually

The deal to hand over Larnaca and Paphos airports to Hermes Airports Ltd is nearly sealed, as the company moves toward......

14. Cyprus-Israel power study to conclude by early 2025

Subsea surveys for the Cyprus-Greece electricity interconnection project are advancing, with investment developments expected by year-end, ADMIE President and CEO Manos Manousakis announced at the 7th Athens Investment Forum. ...

15. Cypriot President holds quiet meeting with Trump associate ahead of U.S. elections

Cypriot President Nicos Christodoulides recently met with a close associate of Donald Trump at the Presidential Palace to discuss potential shifts in Cyprus-U.S. relations if Trump were to win the U.S. election. ...

16. SKLAVENITIS Cyprus completes agreement with PAPANTONIOU Supermarkets

The agreement regarding the integration of PAPANTONIOU Supermarkets into the SKLAVENITIS Cyprus network has been successfully completed, following approval from the Commission for the Protection of Competition (C.P.C.)....

17. TechIsland, Invest Cyprus team up to attract global tech investment

In a move expected to enhance Cyprus’s appeal as a tech hub, TechIsland has signed an agreement with Invest Cyprus to attract more foreign investors, with a particular focus on the technology sector....

18. Real estate investment opportunities by AstroBank

AstroBank has listed for sale two large houses in Nicosia and Larnaca and other real estate that is ideal for investment purposes in Nicosia, Larnaca, and Paphos....

19. Filipino seafarers fight for equal pay in billion-euro shipping industry

In a significant case highlighting wage disparities in the maritime industry, a Filipino seafarer is challenging the unequal pay practices faced by workers from Southeast Asia compared to their European counterparts in the Netherlands....

20. Greece watches U.S. election as it pursues defense autonomy

As the U.S. holds its presidential election, Greece closely monitors the outcome, knowing it will influence the country’s defense and foreign policy ties with Washington. ...

21. Cyprus real estate market falters as October sales drop 6%

With just two months left in the year, October has shown that, despite some resilience, the market remains unable to inspire optimism. Economic indicators for the average household have not sparked an uptick in investment interest, and the ongoing geopolitical instability is growing....

22. 19 attacks on foreign delivery workers spark crackdown on racist violence

Attacks against foreign food delivery workers in Cyprus have surged recently, with eleven incidents reported in Limassol during October 2024 alone, according to Kathimerini's Christos Bouris....

23. Cyprus becomes a key player in U.S. military strategy

Cyprus is working to strengthen its military cooperation with the United States, particularly following recent discussions between President Nicos Christodoulides and President Joe Biden....

24. European voters favor Kamala Harris in US Presidential Race

A recent YouGov survey reveals that a majority of voters in the UK, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Sweden, and Denmark prefer the election victory......

25. How Cyprus-US ties reflect a new era of strategic partnership

The power of imagery may have, in some cases, overshadowed the invitation to the Oval Office, but Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides’ meeting with outgoing U.S. President Joseph Biden was nonetheless substantive. ...

26. Cyprus and US: A partnership through decades of change and challenge

As President Nikos Christodoulides arrives at the White House today for an anticipated meeting with President Joe Biden, this event represents a defining moment in Cyprus-U.S. relations....

27. EU pushing for economic ties with Turkey, but where does that leave Cyprus?

According to Kathimerini's Pavlos Xanthoulis, Brussels and Berlin are working to upgrade the Turkish Customs Union, viewing it as a pathway to strengthen economic ties with Turkey. ...

28. FM Kombos rejects ‘middle ground’ in solution talks

In a recent interview with Kathimerini's Andreas Kimitris, Cyprus Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos addressed the current state of Cyprus peace talks and the broader geopolitical landscape...

29. 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....

30. University of Nicosia Hosts Ceremonial Event for NEOLAiA European University Alliance