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/tenants-urge-parliament-for-fairness-amid-€150-to-€2-800-spikes
The Professional Committee for the Management of Turkish Cypriot Properties in Limassol has reported significant rent hikes for commercial assets....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cuellar-s-peacekeeping-quest-faces-tough-terrain
Shortly after 9 am, the United Nations' fresh face, Maria-Angela Olguín Cuellar, descended upon the Presidential Palace, embarking on her inaugural rendezvous with President Christodoulides....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/town-in-croatia-sells-homes-for-13-cents
In the northern town of Legrad, Croatia, a creative initiative offers homes for as low as 13 cents to attract new residents. Launched in 2018, the program aims to reverse population decline, with already promising results....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/black-holes-in-public-safety
Last week, Justice Minister Marios Hartsiotis pledged to enhance security, proposing an increased uniformed presence in the city center to combat crime....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-confirms-one-way-humanitarian-maritime-corridor-to-gaza
Cyprus Government Spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis confirmed on Friday that the planned humanitarian corridor to Gaza is designed as a one-way maritime route for delivering aid. He indicated that the Palestinian Authority's Foreign Minister is anticipated to visit Cyprus soon....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-eyes-new-measures-amid-migration-challenges
There may have been progress so far in the management of migration, according to figures released by the government these days, but this is mainly due to a sharp decline in the number of applicants from African countries, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/surge-in-syrian-asylum-seekers-amid-drop-in-african-arrivals
The Ministry of Interior disclosed an uptick in asylum applications from Syrians, predominantly arriving by sea, citing challenges in managing these individuals due to the perilous conditions in their home country. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/israel-proposes-hezbollah-relocation-6-miles-from-border
In a bid to alleviate tensions with Lebanon, Israel has communicated to the Biden administration its desire to push Hezbollah's forces approximately 6 miles away from the border....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkey-s-alleged-plan-to-resettle-palestinian-refugees-raises-concerns
Turkey is reportedly strategizing the resettlement of Palestinian refugees, aiming to relocate up to 250,000 individuals from the Gaza Strip to Kurdish-inhabited regions in southeastern Turkey and the occupied territories of Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cracking-down-on-exploitation-farm-raid-exposes-labor-abuses
In a collaborative effort, the Anti-Trafficking Bureau, YAM, and Ministry of Labour Inspection Department executed a court-authorized inspection at a 40-year-old man's animal farm in Nicosia yesterday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/questions-arise-over-€18-5m-purchase-for-foreign-ministry-relocation
Members of the Finance Committee in the Parliament have raised questions about the proposed release of 18.5 million euros for the purchase of the former Laiki Bank building in Nicosia, intended as the temporary relocation site for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-achieves-historic-50-drop-in-asylum-applications
There is a 50% reduction in the period March-October 2023 in new asylum applications compared to the 2022 corresponding period, the Interior Ministry said on Tuesday, noting at the same time that for the first time, the overall balance of arrivals-returns presents a positive picture, and Cyprus is now ranking in the first places among European states in absolute numbers of returns....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/seven-ways-to-boost-cyprus-economy-and-competitiveness
The Cyprus economy needs seven important pillars to respond to the increasingly volatile environment, achieve greater growth, gain a more resilient and competitive economy, and develop innovation and more growth potential, according to PwC CEO Philippos Soseilos....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ft-netanyahu-called-on-eu-to-pressure-egypt-to-accept-gaza-refugees
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sought to convince European leaders to put pressure on Egypt to accept refugees from Gaza, according to people briefed on the discussions....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-nations-reach-agreement-on-handling-irregular-immigration
European Union countries on Wednesday sealed a deal on how to handle irregular immigration at times of exceptionally high arrivals, taking a step towards overhauling the bloc’s asylum and migration rules before a pan-European election next year....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/karoyan-s-visit-to-armenia-sparks-hope-for-relocation
Marios Karoyan, the President of the Democratic Party (DIPA), embarked on a diplomatic mission to Armenia aimed at strengthening ties and facilitating discussions with key officials....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-block-access-to-troubled-ayios-nikolaos-complex
Ayios Nikolaos apartment complex in Chlorakas has been officially sealed off, marking a significant turn of events for the site that formerly served as housing for migrants....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriot-firefighters-to-support-greece-s-fire-battle
The Cypriot mission that contributes to the effort to battle the wildfires in Greece will remain there at least until Thursday, the member of the Cypriot mission and First Class Forestry Officer of the Forestry Department, Stavros Mouchlis, told CNA on Tuesday, noting that, for now, it is unknown when they will return.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/interior-ministry-implements-stricter-measures-for-new-asylum-seekers
The Interior Ministry of Cyprus announced on Wednesday that international protection applicants who have arrived in the Republic of Cyprus from January 1, 2023, onwards will not be considered eligible candidates for the voluntary relocation program....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/quest-for-justice-in-thanasis-tragic-death
Last Wednesday, many people gathered outside Legal Services to support Andriana Nikolaou in her battle for justice regarding her son's death, Thanasis....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/more-asylum-seekers-relocated-to-france
On July 12, 2023, another group of asylum seekers, totaling 51 individuals, was voluntarily relocated from the Republic of Cyprus to France. The relocation was carried out through the collaborative efforts of the Ministry of Interior, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/migrant-reception-center-in-kofinou-inaugurated-today
The inauguration of the first phase of construction works at the International Protection Applicant Reception Center in Kofinou, upgraded with the support of the European Asylum Agency (EUAA), took place today, conducted by the Minister of Interior, Konstantinos Ioannou, along with Nina Gregory, the Executive Director of EUAA, and Beate Gminder, Deputy Director-General in the Directorate-General for Internal Affairs of the EU....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/asylum-seeker-returns-to-exceed-4-300
Returns of asylum seekers so far in 2023 have exceeded 4,370 and are significantly higher compared to last year when they were 2,353, the Minister of Internal Affairs Constantinos Ioannou has said....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-takes-a-stand-for-solidarity-in-eu-immigration-reform
Minister of Interior Konstantinos Ioannou announced on Friday that Cyprus views the establishment of a mandatory solidarity mechanism as a significant development for the country....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/real-estate-a-closer-look-at-prices-and-rental-trends
With the chapter on imposing a reduced VAT rate of 5% on primary residences as a social policy measure finally moving towards resolution, an unresolved issue that has been lingering in the real estate market for years is being addressed....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pre-book-your-security-check-at-schiphol-airport-and-avoid-long-queues
Schiphol Airport has announced that passengers can now go through the security check at a time of their choice by simply reserving a time slot before departure....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/kean-shares-sold-new-owners-to-bring-fresh-ideas-and-investments
In a recent development, the shareholders of KEAN have decided to sell their shares to bbf, a company operating in the field of development projects. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-transfers-76-refugees-to-france-under-eu-relocation-scheme
Yesterday morning, 76 applicants for international protection hailing from Syria and Afghanistan were transferred from Cyprus to France, marking the start of the voluntary relocation pilot program....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ministry-of-labor-building-may-not-be-structurally-sound
The House of Representatives Internal Affairs Committee sounded the alarm on Cyprus and Public Services' degree of preparedness in the event of strong seismic activity following a meeting on March 16. ...
