https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/interior-minister-calls-for-urgent-refugee-return-evaluation
Minister for the Interior Constantinos Ioannou raised the need to review the status of Syria as a safe or not destination for the purposes of returning of refugees and migrants, during his intervention at the Justice and Home Affairs Council of the EU, according to a press release....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-economic-growth-soars-2-5-for-2023
Cyprus' economic growth is estimated at 2.5% in real terms in 2023. At current prices, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is estimated to increase by 7.1%, according to the Statistical Service of Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eib-turns-down-funding-for-great-sea-interconnector-project
The European Investment Bank (EIB) has declined to finance the Great Sea Interconnector project, linking Cyprus, Greece, and Israel. Kyriakos Kakouris, EIB Vice President, confirmed the decision, stating that no new funding request has been submitted by the Republic of Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/hotel-berengaria-€40m-revival-sparks-environmental-debate
Positively, the Environmental Authority has conditionally approved the revival and operation of Hotel Berengaria and the construction of houses in Prodromos....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-hotels-secure-2nd-spot-in-european-tourist-satisfaction
In a report in Kathimerini's Oikonomiki newspaper today by Maria Eracleous, Cypriot hotels experience the highest levels of guest satisfaction during the peak summer months of April to June, with an overall satisfaction index averaging 85% from January to November....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nissi-beach-ranks-22nd-globally-on-tripadvisor
In the recently released list of the world's top 25 beaches by TripAdvisor, Nissi Beach in Cyprus proudly claims the 22nd spot, says Maria Eracleous of Kathimerini. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/dimitra-explains-what-it-s-like-to-be-a-bee-mama
Dimitra Zakynthinos is a resident of central Athens and has a very particular approach to issues concerning the environment and our transition to the green era. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-and-greece-forge-alliance-against-potato-fraud
Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou has requested the assistance of the Greek authorities to address the issue of potatoes from different countries being sold as Cypriot potatoes......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-farmers-deserve-fair-treatment-in-green-shift
The green transition is necessary, but in order for it to be fair and efficient, the reduction of farmers' incomes must be compensated with appropriate funding, Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/state-collects-€90-million-in-taxes-from-casino
The state has seen a boost in tax revenue since the summer of 2018 when the temporary casino debuted in Limassol. The trend continues with the current operation of the resort and satellite locations in the provinces....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-faces-backlash-over-officials-salary-surge
In a significant move, a deal signed on July 28, 2017, not only marked the revival of the institution but also propelled the salaries of officials to new heights.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-government-to-sell-its-stake-in-piraeus-bank-anticipates-high-demand
Greece will proceed with the complete divestment of the state from Piraeus Bank with the disposition of the 27% it controls through the Hellenic Financial Stability Fund (HFSF)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/london-s-bt-tower-sold-for-£275m-to-become-a-hotel
London's iconic BT Tower, a symbol of the city's skyline since its inauguration by Prime Minister Harold Wilson in 1965, is undergoing a significant transformation. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/airbnb-soars-in-cyprus-as-over-6-700-properties-embrace-the-trend
In Cyprus, there's a growing trend in tourist accommodation preferences, with an increasing number opting for self-catering options like Airbnb, according to Marios Tsianakas,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-harvests-success-at-fruit-logistica-2024-in-berlin
The Cyprus Ministry of Energy, Commerce, and Industry, along with the Cyprus Trade Centre in Berlin, made a significant impact at the "Fruit Logistica 2024" international fresh produce trade show in Berlin from February 7 to 9....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/moody-s-sees-positive-shift-in-cyprus-economy
In a webinar panel discussion hosted by the Cyprus Economic Society, Haiko Peters, Vice President and Senior Analyst at Moody's Sovereign Risk Group, emphasized sustained improvements in the Cypriot economy....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/minister-highlights-smallest-resident-population-at-pournara
The outlook for Cyprus in relation to migration is positive, as in 2023 a 46% reduction in irregular migrant applications and a 66% increase in returns have been achieved, Interior Minister Konstantinos Ioannou said on Wednesday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/un-envoy-cuellar-initiates-diplomatic-odyssey-in-cyprus-talks
Maria-Angela Olguin Cuellar has been in Athens since Monday morning, following her departure from Cyprus, where she engaged with key figures including the former President, Nikos Anastasiades......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/global-support-pours-in-as-king-charles-faces-cancer-diagnosis
Buckingham Palace shocked the world by revealing that King Charles III had been diagnosed with cancer after a recent hospital procedure. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/king-charles-diagnosed-with-cancer
Buckingham Palace announced that King Charles has been diagnosed with cancer, distinct from prostate cancer, which was incidentally discovered during his recent treatment for an enlarged prostate. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/t-c-s-want-incentives-from-g-c-s-to-return-to-talks
''I personally think there is flexibility in the positions expressed by the Turkish side" says British High Commissioner Irfan Siddiq, explaining that "they want to have the right to talk about a separate state...''...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/coast-guard-finds-dog-trapped-in-shipping-container
In a heartwarming turn of events, a routine inspection at the Port of Houston led to the rescue of a dog trapped inside a shipping container for at least eight days, without food or water.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriot-farmers-protests-send-ripples-across-europe
The surge of farmers' fury has reverberated in a manner unprecedented for Brussels, the nerve center of European decision-making....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-set-to-join-great-sea-interconnector-project
In a significant move aimed at enhancing regional energy cooperation, Cyprus is considering participation in the ambitious Great Sea Interconnector project, according to statements from government officials....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-among-top-10-intolerant-countries-in-europe
The University Field Research Centre, PAKEPE, of the University of Cyprus unveiled troubling findings from the 2022 European Social Survey (CSR), indicating prevalent xenophobic sentiments within the island nation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/disy-president-demands-clarity-amidst-chaos
Today, Mrs. Annita Dimitriou, President of the Democratic Rally (DISY), penned a letter to the President of the Republic, focusing on the Cyprus issue ahead of the upcoming meetings in Cyprus with the UN Secretary-General's personal envoy....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/chamber-of-commerce-exposes-government-s-failure-on-buffer-zone-unfairness
The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI) approaches the issue of expanding the list of products falling under the Green Line Regulation......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-€1-9b-entry-into-mega-energy-project-uncertain
Republic of Cyprus is poised to enter the shareholding structure of one of the largest energy projects in the Eastern Mediterranean....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tatar-blasts-greek-cypriot-obstruction-in-energy-talks
Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar emphasized the importance of energy collaboration with Europe through Turkey during a summit on energy in the Eastern Mediterranean, held at the Turkish Cypriot Chamber of Commerce....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/interior-minister-urges-eu-action-on-border-surveillance
Cyprus' Minister for the Interior, Konstantinos Ioannou, emphasized the necessity for the European Union to collaborate with third countries in enhancing border surveillance, particularly the maritime border with Lebanon....