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1. New EV grants open, but you’ve only got until October

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/new-ev-grants-open-but-you-ve-only-got-until-october

Cyprus is rolling out a new €2.5 million electric vehicle subsidy scheme, but only 260 spots are up for grabs, and buyers will need to move fast....

2. Cyprus e-mobility grant scheme faces criticism as initial funding runs out

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-e-mobility-grant-scheme-faces-criticism-as-initial-funding-runs-out

The recently launched e-mobility grant scheme in Cyprus has drawn criticism from the Association of Importers of Motor & Electric Vehicles (SEMHIO), which expressed serious concerns about the plan’s limited budget and structural shortcomings....

3. Electric vehicle grants reopen Monday, prioritizing low-emission cars and targeted groups

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/electric-vehicle-grants-reopen-monday-prioritizing-low-emission-cars-and-targeted-groups

The Department of Road Transport (TOM) announced Thursday that 97 new grants for electric vehicles and 18 for electric motorcycles will be available starting Monday, June 30....

4. Cyprus backs young entrepreneurs with €50M boost

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-backs-young-entrepreneurs-with-€50m-boost

Cyprus is betting on young entrepreneurs to drive the country’s economic growth, with over €10 million already distributed in grants under a national plan expected to create more than 2,000 jobs by 2027....

5. Cyprus launches €2.5M plan to support electric and hybrid vehicle buyers

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-launches-€2-5m-plan-to-support-electric-and-hybrid-vehicle-buyers

The Cabinet has approved the government’s new €2.5 million subsidy scheme aimed at supporting the purchase of electric and hybrid vehicles in Cyprus....

6. Student grant system under fire over payouts to the wrong people

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/student-grant-system-under-fire-over-payouts-to-the-wrong-people

The Office of the Auditor General has raised concerns over how student scholarships are awarded and paid out in Cyprus, following a 2023 audit that found gaps and procedural problems in the system....

7. Turkish Academy grants observer status to breakaway state in north

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkish-academy-grants-observer-status-to-breakaway-state-in-north

The Turkish Academy has granted observer status to the so-called turkish republic of northern cyprus (trnc), according to Turkish media reports, marking what they describe as “yet another new status” for the breakaway entity....

8. Over €620,000 in upgrades heading to Polis and nearby villages

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/over-€620-000-in-upgrades-heading-to-polis-and-nearby-villages

In a welcome boost for the Paphos district, more than €620,000 in grants will soon flow into Polis Chrysochous and surrounding communities as part of a government push to breathe new life into rural, mountainous, and remote areas....

9. Transport Ministry to relaunch electric car grants after public backlash

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/transport-ministry-to-relaunch-electric-car-grants-after-public-backlash

The Cypriot government is preparing new grant schemes to support the purchase of electric cars, following criticism over its recent decision to scale back an earlier subsidy program due to low uptake....

10. Cypriots eye business opportunities, but fear of failure still looms

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cypriots-eye-business-opportunities-but-fear-of-failure-still-looms

A growing number of Cypriots believe the island is ripe for starting a business—but fear of failure is still holding many back, according to the National Report on Entrepreneurship in Cyprus 2023/2024, released Tuesday by the Centre for Entrepreneurship at the University of Cyprus....

11. Hotels race for private desalination plants as summer approaches

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hotels-race-for-private-desalination-plants-as-summer-approaches

Large hotel groups across Cyprus are seriously looking into installing their own small desalination plants as a way to secure enough water during the island’s scorching, dry summers....

12. Why electric vehicle grants are being put on hold

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/why-electric-vehicle-grants-are-being-put-on-hold

The Cyprus Ministry of Transport has reduced its electric vehicle (EV) grant allocation due to low demand, scaling back funding from €38 million to €32.8 million. ...

13. Grants up to €35,000 for renovating empty homes – with a catch.

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/grants-up-to-€35-000-for-renovating-empty-homes-–-with-a-catch

The Ministry of Interior has officially launched the ''Renovate-Rent'' Scheme, opening the door for property owners to receive grants of up to €35,000 to fix up vacant homes — as long as they rent them out affordably....

14. Cyprus sees decline in asylum appeals but spike from high-risk nations

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-sees-decline-in-asylum-appeals-but-spike-from-high-risk-nations

Cyprus recorded a notable 22% decrease in the number of new appeals by asylum seekers in 2024, according to the Legal Service's annual statistical report....

15. 12,000 citizenship applications stuck in limbo amid processing delays

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/12-000-citizenship-applications-stuck-in-limbo-amid-processing-delays

A backlog of 12,000 citizenship applications has raised serious concerns about the efficiency of Cyprus’ immigration and residence permit processing system....

16. Audit exposes gaps in Health Ministry’s grant and payment systems

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/audit-exposes-gaps-in-health-ministry-s-grant-and-payment-systems

In a recent audit by the Auditor General on the Ministry of Health's activities for 2022 and 2023, a number of financial discrepancies and issues have come to light, particularly in the way grants were distributed and payments were handled. ...

17. Court grants private doctors prescription rights under GESY

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/court-grants-private-doctors-prescription-rights-under-gesy

Court Ruling Expands Prescription Access Under GESY: Private Doctors Can Now Issue Prescriptions ...

18. Von der Leyen proposes €150 billion borrowing plan for rearmament amid growing security concerns

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/von-der-leyen-proposes-€150-billion-borrowing-plan-for-rearmament-amid-growing-security-concerns

The European Commission has proposed a bold plan to borrow up to €150 billion to lend to EU governments as part of a major rearmament effort....

19. Too much sun, too much wind, too little strategy.

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/too-much-sun-too-much-wind-too-little-strategy

If there's too much sun, we face energy problems because the solar panels collect more energy than we can store. If it's too cold, we face problems because the system can't handle the increased demand for heating....

20. New protest bill sparks backlash over stricter regulations

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-protest-bill-sparks-backlash-over-stricter-regulations-and-harsh-penalties

The way protests and rallies are conducted in Cyprus is set to change drastically under the proposed Public Assemblies and Parades Law of 2025, which was submitted on Monday to the House Legal Affairs Committee....

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

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/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. ...

22. Cyprus government gives hotels deadline to get licensed or face closure

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-government-gives-hotels-deadline-to-get-licensed-or-face-closure

The government is giving unlicensed hotels and tourist accommodations a two-year window to secure their operating licenses, with specific milestones and actions outlined along the way. ...

23. Cyprus' mountain resorts see revival with government’s hotel upgrades

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-mountain-resorts-see-revival-with-government-s-hotel-upgrades

Cyprus' mountain resorts are seeing a business boom, thanks to a government-backed subsidy scheme aimed at upgrading hotels and tourist accommodations. ...

24. EU warns of strong response to possible US tariffs

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-warns-of-strong-response-to-possible-us-tariffs

The European Union has expressed deep concern over potential US trade measures, cautioning that any tariffs imposed on European goods would trigger a firm response....

25. Christodoulides unveils ambitious plans in State of the Union address

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/christodoulides-unveils-ambitious-plans-in-state-of-the-union-address

President Nicos Christodoulides has outlined a sweeping reform plan for 2025, aiming to enhance governance, strengthen security, and accelerate digital transformation. ...

26. Cyprus’ housing is in crisis as foreign buyers take over the market

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-housing-is-in-crisis-as-foreign-buyers-take-over-the-market

As housing becomes an increasingly pressing issue for the majority of Cypriots, Parliament is opening up a debate on the surge in real estate purchases by third-country nationals....

27. Archbishop warns of a return to the Dark Ages and accuses Tychikos of being a puppet

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/archbishop-warns-of-a-return-to-the-dark-ages-and-accuses-tychikos-of-being-a-puppet

''We must not return to the Dark Ages,'' declared Archbishop George of Cyprus on Friday....

28. Cyprus, Greece, and Egypt team up to boost business opportunities

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-greece-and-egypt-team-up-to-boost-business-opportunities

Entrepreneurs and businesses eyeing opportunities in the Eastern Mediterranean have reason to celebrate. Cyprus, Greece, and Egypt have formalized a powerful partnership with the establishment of a Trilateral Business Council...

29. Nicosia’s first regional dog shelter set to open in 2025

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-s-first-regional-dog-shelter-set-to-open-in-2025

After years of delays and shifting timelines, Nicosia’s first regional dog shelter is expected to secure licensing and begin operations in the first half of 2025, according to Antonia Theodosiou, Commissioner for Environment and Animal Welfare....

30. Cyprus & Greece Market Overview: 2023-2024 and Projections for 2025 and Beyond

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/cyprus-greece-market-overview-2023-2024-and-projections-for-2025-and-beyond

The market underwent significant changes from mid-2023 onwards due to several global and regional factors....