https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/china-abolishes-visa-requirement-for-cypriots
In a significant diplomatic development, China has officially abolished visa requirements for Cypriot nationals, marking a new chapter in the relationship between the two countries. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-abolishes-planning-permission-for-low-risk-developments
According to a report by Kathimerini's Pavlos Neophytou, effective October 2, 2024, Cyprus will eliminate the need for planning permission for low-risk developments, such as the construction of one or two residential units. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/here-s-your-chance-to-become-a-gondolier-earning-up-to-€150-000
Picture this: gliding through Venice’s canals, steering a sleek black gondola beneath ancient bridges, serenading tourists as the city’s history unfolds around you....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/u-s-business-leaders-eye-investment-opportunities-in-cyprus
U.S. businessmen and executives expressed keen interest in pursuing business opportunities in Cyprus during a Wednesday working lunch with President Nikos Christodoulides in New York....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-and-china-sign-landmark-air-transport-agreement
Cyprus and China have reached a new agreement to allow more flights between the two countries, aiming to boost tourism, trade, and business cooperation....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/turkish-cypriot-leader-calls-for-foreign-investment
Turkish Cypriot leader, Ersin Tatar, encouraged business people to invest in his territory during the 15th Investment Conference held by the Turkey-US Business Council (TAIK). He stressed the importance of working together across different sectors for a sustainable future....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/illegal-construction-raises-concerns-at-latchi-tourist-site
Authorities are grappling with a series of planning violations at a tourist complex in Latchi, Cyprus, being developed by Israeli interests....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriots-flock-to-greece-and-europe-for-october-holidays
In a report by Kathimerini's Anna Polyviou, it seems that Cypriots are already planning their next leisure trips for the 1st and 28th of October, with many taking advantage of the extended weekends for short getaways abroad....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fly-business-class-from-just-€150-with-cyprus-airways—limited-time-only
Cyprus Airways Introduces unmatched Business Class Fares Starting at €150: Luxury Travel Made Accessible...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-needs-new-strategy-to-grow-winter-tourism
According to an article written by Dorita Yiannakou in this Sunday's Kathimerini, this year has been a steady one for winter tourism in Cyprus, showing the sector’s strength despite various regional challenges....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/paphos-polis-road-contractor-proposals-await-approval
Plans to improve the road linking Paphos Airport with the city and a potential alternative route are under consideration, according to Paphos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) President George Mais....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eurobank-and-india-collaborate-to-create-strategic-business-council
Mr. Ioannou raised concerns about whether the bank has a plan to maintain its strong profitability, which has largely come from rising interest rates......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-struggles-to-boost-winter-tourism
Cyprus is having a tough time improving its winter tourism, according to Kathimerini's Dorita Yiannakou, even though more tourists are visiting and spending more money. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tourist-arrivals-hit-record-high-in-cyprus-for-august
Tourist arrivals in Cyprus reached an all-time high in August 2024, with 554,923 visitors, surpassing the previous record set in August 2019 by 0.20%, according to data released by the Cyprus Statistical Service....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/von-der-leyen-unveils-new-european-commission-lineup
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has unveiled the list of new commissioners, including Kostas Kadis from Cyprus, who has been appointed as Commissioner for Fisheries and Oceans. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/phase-one-of-paralimni-marina-set-for-completion-by-year-s-end
The first phase of the Paralimni Marina, which will feature 300 berths, is expected to be completed by the end of the year, with the first boats arriving before the start of the next tourist season, according to Paralimni-Deryneia Mayor George Nikolettos....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/limassol-is-breaking-barriers-for-the-disabled
Limassol’s Old Port came alive last weekend as the city hosted the ‘Access for All’ festival, a vibrant two-day event dedicated to promoting inclusion and raising awareness about the challenges faced by people with disabilities....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/un-to-push-for-trilateral-talks-amid-solution-uncertainty
According to Yiannis Ioannou in this Sunday's Kathimerini, efforts to revive Cyprus peace talks face significant challenges as hopes for a trilateral meeting between the UN Secretary-General, the Greek Cypriot, and Turkish Cypriot leaders during the UN General Assembly in New York appear slim. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/shipping-minister-champions-new-maritime-training-facilities-at-chios-academy
The qualitative upgrading of maritime education is of primary importance, Deputy Minister of Shipping Marina Hatzimanolis has said recently in Greece......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/flash-flood-in-vietnam-kills-30-dozens-still-missing
A flash flood devastated a hamlet in northern Vietnam, killing 30 people and leaving dozens missing, as the death toll from Typhoon Yagi and its aftermath rose to 155 on Wednesday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/larnaka-and-pafos-airports-set-record-for-passenger-traffic
The period from January to August 2024 saw the highest passenger traffic ever at Larnaka and Pafos airports, according to the Ministry of Transport, Communications, and Works....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/second-quarter-first-half-2024-financial-results
AEGEAN announces its financial results for the Second Quarter and First Half of 2024.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/the-transformation-of-berengaria-hotel-in-prodromos-continues-an-overview-of-current-progress
The repair and renovation works at Cyprus’s most historic mountain resort, the Berengaria Hotel in Prodromos, are currently in full swing, led by the well-known residential and commercial developer BBF......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/austria-named-world-s-most-overcrowded-tourist-spot
Austria has been identified as the world's most overcrowded tourist destination, with nearly four tourists per resident....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/with-cyprus-sending-electricity-to-occupied-areas-water-exchange-could-be-next
An article from the Turkish edition of the Independent raises concerns about the possibility of Greek Cypriots needing to request water from the Turkish-occupied areas in the coming years. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-christodoulides-to-tour-rural-areas-for-local-development
President Nikos Christodoulides will soon start a tour of all Cyprus districts, beginning with rural areas, to talk with local leaders about recent changes to local government rules....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/greece-imposes-20-euro-levy-on-cruise-visitors-to-curb-overtourism
Greece plans to impose a 20-euro levy on cruise ship visitors to the islands of Santorini and Mykonos during the peak summer season, in a bid to avert overtourism, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said on Sunday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/first-lady-s-let-s-go-troodos-festival-draws-crowds-despite-rain
The ''Let’s Go Troodos!'' Festival, organized by First Lady Philippa Karsera Christodoulides, attracted large crowds on Saturday at the Presidential Residence in Troodos, marking the first time the venue opened to the public....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/confronting-the-end-of-an-era
I've said many times that the Cyprus problem effectively ended in 2017. Now, we're in a new phase that hasn't yet made clear if we're dealing with the ''ghost'' of a dead issue or the birth of a new reality. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/aegean-announces-a-€25m-investment-in-volotea
Aegean Airlines S.A. (''AEGEAN'') is pleased to announce an investment of €25M in Volotea S.L., one of Europe’s leading low-cost carriers based in Barcelona, Spain....
