https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-eyes-first-energy-exports-from-2028
Cyprus expects to begin exporting energy from its own natural gas reserves within the next few years, with the first shipments of gas planned through Egypt's liquefied natural gas facilities from 2028 onwards, Energy Minister Michalis Damianos has said....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/israel-launches-fifth-offshore-bidding-round-to-expand-natural-gas-reserves
Israel has launched its fifth offshore bidding round to explore for additional natural gas within its economic waters, an initiative aimed at expanding domestic reserves and securing a larger footprint in the regional export market....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/business-lending-loses-momentum-because-of-the-middle-east-conflict
Bank lending in Cyprus had been on a strong upward trend for the past year and a half, but the war involving the United States, Israel, and Iran brought that pace to a stop. As a result, forecasts of slower credit growth were confirmed in March, even though Cyprus continues to perform well economically....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-climbs-the-global-competitiveness-rankings
Cyprus' economy is showing encouraging progress in competitiveness, ranking 42nd out of 70 economies in this year's IMD World Competitiveness Yearbook. The country improved by two places compared with last year, climbing from 44th in 2025....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-gas-fields-declared-ready-for-development
Most Cypriots have heard about ''Cyprus natural gas'' for years, usually alongside big announcements, technical terms, and long timelines. Now, there is another step forward, but again, the benefits are still far from the kitchen table....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/ceasefire-boosts-economic-outlook-but-inflation-remains-a-concern
The ceasefire has not eliminated the economic risks stemming from the conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran. However, there are growing signs that economic conditions may gradually return to their pre-war state....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/strait-of-hormuz-reopening-depends-on-mine-clearance-effort
The agreement between Washington and Tehran has increased expectations that commercial shipping and energy exports through the Strait of Hormuz can resume without disruption. President Donald Trump stated on Sunday that oil shipments from both directions would continue, helping calm fears of supply shortages in global markets....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-energy-gamble-enters-a-new-phase-with-us-greece-and-israel-partnership
As wars, political tensions, and concerns over energy security reshape the global landscape, Cyprus is positioning itself not simply as a small island importing fuel but as a potential energy player connecting the Eastern Mediterranean with Europe....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-missile-strike-disables-cargo-ship-attempting-to-breach-iran-blockade
The United States military says it has taken action against a merchant vessel that attempted to enter an Iranian port despite restrictions imposed under Washington's maritime blockade....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cabinet-moves-ahead-on-cyprus-gas-deal-and-free-breakfast-program-for-children
Cyprus is moving forward with two major government initiatives this week, one focused on natural gas exports and the other on helping families with young children....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-gas-now-supplies-most-of-europe-s-lng-imports
Europe imported more liquefied natural gas than ever before in 2025, according to a new report from the European Union Agency for the Cooperation of Energy Regulators (ACER). The findings show how LNG has become a central part of the continent’s energy supply after European countries reduced purchases of Russian gas....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cia-doubts-iran-is-close-to-collapse-despite-trump-claims-war-may-soon-end
A classified CIA assessment delivered to the US government this week has concluded that Iran could withstand a US naval blockade for at least three to four months before facing more serious economic strain, according to multiple US officials cited by The Washington Post....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-economy-still-growing-but-cracks-may-be-starting-to-show
Cyprus’ economy continues to show steady growth, underlining its flexibility and resilience in the face of external shocks such as the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war and recent conflicts in the Middle East....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/newmed-energy-signs-deal-to-export-100-bcm-from-cyprus-s-aphrodite-field-to-egypt
A new agreement is taking shape around the development of Cyprus’s Aphrodite gas field, as NewMed Energy moves forward with plans to export natural gas to Egypt....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/does-war-create-opportunities-for-the-economy
The ever-increasing duration of military operations in Iran shows no sign of ending anytime soon unless the United States and Israel choose to step back. While that option is at least being considered in Washington, along with the search for a pretext, it appears inconceivable in Israel to retreat from what it has framed as its own ''mother of all battles.''...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/eu-australia-trade-deal-could-mean-cheaper-imports-and-new-export-opportunities-for-cyprus
After nearly a decade of negotiations, Australia and the European Union have struck a sweeping free trade agreement aimed at boosting growth, lowering consumer prices and strengthening economic alliances at a time of rising global uncertainty....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-global-economy-is-facing-severe-turbulence
The Strait of Hormuz is the only maritime passage into the Persian Gulf. The de facto disruption of normal shipping through the Strait of Hormuz caused demand to fall by 80 percent, left oil tankers idle, and forced a halt to oil production because storage capacity is limited. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/burned-russian-lng-tanker-drifts-toward-malta-after-mediterranean-explosions
A heavily damaged Russian liquefied natural gas tanker has been drifting in the Mediterranean and is approaching waters near Malta, raising environmental and security concerns among regional authorities....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/russia-weighs-redirecting-gas-away-from-europe-while-iran-conflict-pushes-energy-prices-higher
Russian President Vladimir Putin has indicated that Moscow could suspend natural gas deliveries to Europe if current market conditions persist, as global energy prices climb amid intensifying tensions involving Iran....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/billions-in-gas-years-of-waiting-americans-back-on
2026 is shaping up as a pivotal year for the Republic of Cyprus’ energy program, with developments related both to hydrocarbon deposits in Cyprus’ Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) and to the broader energy picture in the Eastern Mediterranean beginning to take concrete shape as planning moves forward....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/2026-will-define-the-eurozone-s-future
The Eurozone faces a range of risks, foremost among them those stemming from the external environment. Specifically, there is the risk that global growth and international trade could be affected by a peak in geopolitical tensions....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/israel-and-cyprus-hold-talks-to-finalize-agreement-on-joint-offshore-natural-gas-field
An Israeli government delegation is expected in Cyprus as part of ongoing efforts to finalize a bilateral agreement governing a shared offshore natural gas reservoir that spans the maritime zones of Israel and Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/after-25-years-eu-moves-ahead-with-massive-south-america-trade-deal
After 25 years of tough, stop-and-go negotiations, EU countries on Friday moved closer to sealing a massive trade deal with South America, an agreement that could reshape markets for Cypriot farmers, food producers, and exporters....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-tweaks-gas-deal-to-speed-exports-to-egypt
Cyprus and Egypt are taking steps to streamline the export of Cypriot natural gas, officials said Friday, as the two countries look to deepen energy ties amid the island’s EU Council Presidency....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-weathers-global-turbulence-as-economic-growth-and-reforms-hold-firm-in-2025
Cyprus entered 2025 with strong economic momentum, building on real GDP growth of 3.4% in 2024. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/debt-surge-ahead-can-the-eurozone-outgrow-its-risks
The Eurozone is entering a phase of rising investments, public debt, and real interest rates. In this challenging environment, economic growth is essential to maintain balance. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-us-and-china-s-influence-in-greece
In the coming weeks and months, we will witness a focused effort by the US to limit the role and influence of China in Greece. This is nothing new. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/norway-lifts-65-year-arms-embargo-on-cyprus
Norway announced Friday it is lifting a 65-year-old arms embargo on Cyprus, opening the way for the export of defense and dual-use military equipment to the island nation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/kimberly-guilfoyle-becomes-first-female-u-s-ambassador-to-greece
Kimberly Guilfoyle, a former California prosecutor, television personality, and close ally of U.S. President Donald Trump, officially began her duties Tuesday as the first woman ever to serve as U.S. ambassador to Greece....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/europe-s-economy-takes-a-breather-but-cyprus-isn-t-immune-to-the-cough
Europe’s economy is trying to catch its breath. Exports are slumping, inflation is lingering, and policymakers are now counting on people’s paychecks and steady jobs to keep things from stalling completely....
