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1. Cypriot leaders agree to form Bicommunal Youth Technical Committee

Cypriot leaders have agreed to establish a ''Bicommunal Youth Technical Committee'' to encourage dialogue and cooperation among young people from both communities....

2. Cyprus steps into the global spotlight at Paris-Ukraine summit

The Republic of Cyprus is making its presence felt at the Ukraine Summit in Paris, convened by French President Emmanuel Macron, with President Nikos Christodoulides representing the country at the highest level on March 27-28....

3. Progress in Motion: The Proposed Mall of Limassol is a planned development that will reshape the city’s future

The proposed Mall of Limassol is poised to create a premier destination for shopping, dining and entertainment in Limassol....

4. The best bank to ever come out of Cyprus?

The management of Hellenic Bank has set an ambitious goal for the new structure that will emerge in the coming months following its consolidation with Eurobank Cyprus....

5. EU steps up pressure on Cyprus talks, pushes for UN-backed reunification

The European Union has reaffirmed its commitment to resolving the Cyprus issue, stepping up its involvement as crucial talks take place in Geneva under UN leadership....

6. Turkish media escalate tensions over U.S.-Cyprus military exercise

Turkish media have intensified war rhetoric against Cyprus following a recent joint military exercise between U.S. Marines and Cypriot commandos....

7. Cyprus faces uncertain future as electricity link with Greece stalls

The ambitious Great Sea Interconnector project, aimed at linking the electricity grids of Greece and Cyprus through an underwater cable, has been indefinitely suspended due to geopolitical tensions and financial uncertainties. ...

8. Cyprus and the Netherlands: A strong but often overlooked bond

The Netherlands, a key player in both the EU and NATO, remains somewhat of an unknown entity in Cyprus—aside from Amsterdam’s popularity as a travel destination and the well-known football club Ajax....

9. Cyprus, US strengthen military alliance with special operations drill

The Cyprus National Guard and the United States Armed Forces recently wrapped up a joint military exercise aimed at enhancing cooperation and boosting operational readiness in special operations...

10. Tatar meets with leader of Maronite community

The leader of the Turkish Cypriot community in the occupied areas, Ersin Tatar, met with Maronite Archbishop Selim Sfeir, where he acknowledged the Maronite community’s role in contributing to the region’s cultural and religious diversity....

11. Cyprus government unveils €60M investment plan to boost agriculture

The Cypriot government has rolled out a €60 million investment plan designed to boost the competitiveness and sustainability of the country’s agricultural sector. ...

12. Turkish media: Discontent over Cypriot Foreign Minister's visit to Syria

13. Growing interest in medical schools prompts accreditation guidelines

The increasing interest in establishing medical schools in Cyprus has led the Agency for Quality Assurance and Accreditation in Higher Education to outline key requirements for their operation....

14. Local high school embraces creativity over screens

Palouriotissa High School has embraced an innovative approach to student life after the Ministry of Education's ban on mobile phones in schools....

15. The White House’s Valentine’s Day post that stole hearts (and possibly visas)

Valentine’s Day is typically a time for chocolates, flowers, and sweet nothings whispered over candlelit dinners....

16. IGC Business & Investment Council Launched in India

The India-Greece-Cyprus (IGC) Business & Investment Council was officially launched today at the Taj Mahal Palace in Mumbai, marking a significant milestone in strengthening the economic ties between the three nations. ...

17. DiCarlo’s visit to Cyprus paves the way for Geneva Conference on Cyprus issue

The two-day visit of UN Assistant Secretary-General for Political and Peacekeeping Affairs, Rosemary DiCarlo, marked a significant step in the UN’s efforts to organize an international conference on the Cyprus issue, set to take place in Geneva, Switzerland, ...

18. Lidl strengthens its international commitment to conscious nutrition together with WWF

Lidl is advancing its commitment to conscious nutrition by further aligning its product range with the Planetary Health Diet (PHD)1 by 2050. By 2030, Lidl will increase the proportion of plant-based foods sold, such as plant-based protein sources, whole grains, fruits and vegetables, by 20 percent compared to 2022. As the first retailer to apply WWF’s methodology across all 31 Lidl countries with stores, Lidl brings transparency to its offerings across all food groups, empowering customers to make more environmentally conscious and healthier choices. To address global challenges, like climate change, biodiversity loss and diet-related diseases we need to transform our food system2....

19. Democracy's Final Form: When Digital Capitalism Perfects the 'Free Market' of Power

The convergence of two recent developments signals a profound transformation in how democracy operates in the digital age....

20. Cooperation among Cyprus, Greece, and Egypt essential for stability in the Eastern Mediterranean

In a fluid and volatile international environment, closer cooperation among Cyprus, Greece, and Egypt has become essential to ensure peace and stability in the Eastern Mediterranean....

21. EU and Turkey edge closer to modernizing customs union

A significant effort is underway to modernize the Turkish Customs Union, a landmark economic arrangement that has governed trade between Turkey and the European Union (EU) since 1996. ...

22. Cyprus steps up to protect religious minorities in the Middle East

In a region undergoing profound structural changes and historic power realignments, the Republic of Cyprus is not just observing the shifting dynamics, but actively seeking a role for itself in shaping the future....

23. Cyprus’ Deputy Minister for European Affairs outlines vision for 2026 EU Presidency

In an exclusive interview by Kathimerini's George Kakouris, Deputy Minister of State for European Affairs Marilena Raouna described the upcoming Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the EU in 2026 as both a significant challenge and an unparalleled opportunity....

24. Cyprus and EU condemn Turkey’s plans for military action in Syria

Cyprus’ Foreign Minister, Constantinos Kombos, and the European Commission President, Ursula von der Leyen, have both condemned Turkey’s plans for a large-scale military operation in northern Syria, with growing fears that such actions could destabilize the region further....

25. President Christodoulides welcomes new ambassadors

Yesterday, at the Presidential Palace in Nicosia, President Nikos Christodoulides welcomed a diverse group of new Ambassadors and High Commissioners to Cyprus in a ceremony that also highlighted the country's foreign policy priorities....

26. Cyprus pushes to link Turkey-EU relations to Cyprus talks, faces EU resistance

The Christodoulides government made a bold move to connect Turkey’s future with the European Union to the long-stalled Cyprus settlement talks....

27. Former OpenAI researcher found dead amid copyright dispute

Suchir Balaji, a 26-year-old former researcher at OpenAI, was found dead in his San Francisco apartment on November 26. Authorities reported no evidence of foul play. ...

28. US expands Cyprus defence role

US defence cooperation with Cyprus just took a significant step forward. Thanks to a new amendment to the US National Defence Authorization Act (NDAA), ...

29. Clerides urges President to modernize British Bases Agreement

Former Attorney General of the Republic, Costas Clerides, has submitted a proposal to the President of the Republic, Nicos Christodoulides, urging the initiation of a dialogue with the United Kingdom concerning the British military Bases in Cyprus....

30. Hellenic Bank CEO Michalis Louis on merger plans and Cyprus' future

According to Kathimerini's Panayiotis Rougalas, Michalis Louis, in his first interview since becoming CEO of Hellenic Bank, discussed the challenges and opportunities ahead, especially in the context of the bank’s merger plans and its strategies for growth....