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1. Cyprus’ tax reform aiming for innovation, sustainability, and simplicity

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-tax-reform-aiming-for-innovation-sustainability-and-simplicity

A major tax reform is underway in Cyprus as part of the Tax Transformation Project, led by the Centre for Economic Research (CER) at the University of Cyprus. ...

2. Trump pushes for federal workforce cuts—A move Cyprus could learn from

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-pushes-for-federal-workforce-cuts—a-move-cyprus-could-learn-from

President Donald Trump is making big changes in the U.S. government, offering federal employees a deal to leave their jobs if they don’t want to return to the office. T...

3. Unions push back on new foreign worker rules

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/unions-push-back-on-new-foreign-worker-rules

Trade unions are clashing over the proposed framework for regulating the employment of workers from third countries. ...

4. The 'dragon' threatens citrus and exports

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/the-dragon-threatens-citrus-and-exports

The Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development, and Environment is requesting the support of local authorities to prevent the destruction of the island’s citrus crops....

5. General strike continues in occupied areas over cost of living reforms

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1-general-strike-continues-in-occupied-areas-over-cost-of-living-reforms

The general strike called by 32 unions across both public and private sectors in the occupied territories continues for a second day today, as workers protest proposed amendments to key regulations affecting their livelihoods. ...

6. A critical step for economic growth in Cyprus includes tax reform

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/minister-of-finance-outlines-plans-for-a-fairer-more-efficient-and-globally-competitive-tax-system

Speaking at an Open Discussion Event organized by the G.R.M. Professional Training Center at the St. Raphael Resort in Limassol, under the theme “The Upcoming Tax Reform in Cyprus: Purpose, Guidelines, and Timelines,” the Minister announced that a comprehensive meeting is planned for early 2025....

7. Cyprus in turmoil as labor disputes shake key sectors

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-in-turmoil-as-labor-disputes-shake-key-sectors

According to a report by Dorita Yiannakou in today's 'Oikonomiki', labor disputes across several key sectors in Cyprus are causing widespread unrest, as workers and unions push for improved conditions and contract renewals....

8. Government faces labor strikes as key sectors demand action

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-faces-labor-strikes-as-key-sectors-demand-action

Cyprus is grappling with escalating labor unrest in its most crucial industries, as healthcare, construction, and tourism workers push for long-standing demands. ...

9. Doctors’ strike disrupts public hospitals across the island

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/doctors-strike-disrupts-public-hospitals-across-the-island

Public hospitals across Cyprus are grappling with disruptions today as a 48-hour strike by government doctors gets underway. ...

10. Greek workers strike over rising costs and low wages

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-workers-strike-over-rising-costs-and-low-wages

Greek workers are currently on strike today, Wednesday, causing disruptions at ports, and on buses and trains. The nationwide strike, which includes transport workers, doctors, teachers, and construction workers, is a protest against rising living costs and demands for higher wages....

11. Bank workers union sets sights on big move in Bank of Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/bank-workers-union-sets-sights-on-big-move-in-bank-of-cyprus

Last Thursday, the Cyprus Bank Employees' Association (CBA) announced it had sold its shares in Hellenic Bank to Eurobank, but already, reports suggest ETYK, the Cyprus banking employees’ union, is eyeing its next investment....

12. Cyprus plans €10,000 cash limit to fight money laundering

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-plans-€10-000-cash-limit-to-fight-money-laundering

According to Kathimerini's Pavlos Neophytou, the Cyprus government is considering a new law to cap cash transactions at €10,000 for buying goods and services, aiming to crack down on money laundering. ...

13. Public sector salaries to increase by 1.5% starting October 2024

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/public-sector-salaries-to-increase-by-1-5-starting-october-2024

Cyprus' House of Representatives has passed an agreement between the government and trade unions to implement a general 1.5% wage increase for public......

14. Public sector salaries to increase by 1.5%, costing €52.7 million

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/public-sector-salaries-to-increase-by-1-5-costing-€52-7-million

A proposed 1.5% pay raise for public sector employees in Cyprus will cost the state about €52.7 million over the next two years. This increase is set to start on October 1, 2024....

15. State hospital unions announce 24-hour strike for October

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/state-hospital-unions-announce-24-hour-strike-for-october

Unions representing state hospital workers in Cyprus have announced a 24-hour strike planned for the first half of October. ...

16. What Cyprus’ new EU minimum wage directive means for workers and employers

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/what-cyprus-new-eu-minimum-wage-directive-means-for-workers-and-employers

Cyprus is set to implement the European Union’s directive on adequate minimum wages....

17. Suez Canal blockage and South China sea clashes threaten global trade

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/suez-canal-blockage-and-south-china-sea-clashes-threaten-global-trade

Although the pandemic-induced disruptions in global supply chains have eased and water flow in the Panama Canal has improved, new threats to international trade have emerged....

18. Anastasiades speaks out on Cyprus solution, corruption, and political ties

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/anastasiades-speaks-out-on-cyprus-solution-corruption-and-political-ties

In one of his most candid interviews to date, former President Nicos Anastasiades discussed the Cyprus problem and the talks held in Crans-Montana with Marina Economides in "K". ...

19. Chamber of Commerce warns of risks from Cyprus’ 1.5% wage hike

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/chamber-of-commerce-warns-of-risks-from-cyprus-1-5-wage-hike

The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI) has expressed concern over a new agreement between the Ministry of Finance and public sector unions to grant a 1.5% general wage increase starting in October 2024....

20. Cyprus civil servants to receive pay raises after 15-year freeze

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-civil-servants-to-receive-pay-raises-after-15-year-freeze

PASYDY, the public sector union, announced its approval of a new agreement with the Ministry of Finance to grant pay raises to civil servants beginning October 1, 2024. The deal was reached during today's Joint Staff Committee meeting....

21. Wolt welcomes historic collective agreement for delivery drivers

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/wolt-welcomes-historic-collective-agreement-for-delivery-drivers

Wolt has welcomed the first-ever collective agreement in the fleet management sector, marking a major step forward for the industry. This agreement, reached through the joint efforts of the Ministry of Labour, fleet management companies, and unions, is set to benefit delivery drivers, businesses, and consumers....

22. Greece bucks trend with six-day work week

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greece-bucks-trend-with-six-day-workweek

Greece has introduced a six-day working week for certain businesses in an effort to increase productivity and employment, according to a report by CNBC. ...

23. Turkish Cypriot groups challenge Tatar's solution proposals

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkish-cypriot-groups-challenge-tatar-s-solution-proposals

Twenty-one Turkish Cypriot guilds, organizations, and political parties have collectively appealed to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and his envoy for Cyprus, Maria Angela Holguin Cuellar, ...

24. ''Restoration of Larnaca port project could take years,'' says transport minister

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/restoration-of-larnaca-port-project-could-take-years-says-transport-minister

The initial steps toward determining the future of Larnaca's port and marina will commence this afternoon as the Minister of Transport......

25. Farmers seize control, policemen caught off guard in occupied territories

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/farmers-seize-control-policemen-caught-off-guard-in-occupied-territories

A demonstration outside the prime minister's residence in the occupied territories erupted into chaos on Monday as farmers, supported by various trade unions, NGOs, and political groups, voiced their grievances....

26. UN envoy's visit prompts Cyprus talks push by trade unions

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/un-envoy-s-visit-prompts-cyprus-talks-push-by-trade-unions

Greek Cypriot trade union PEO and Turkish Cypriot trade union DEV-IS called on the two leaders, President Nikos Christodoulides and Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar......

27. Nurses' unions protest in Cyprus public hospitals

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nurses-unions-protest-in-cyprus-public-hospitals

The health sector in Cyprus is facing renewed turmoil, with public hospital staffing and the absence of collective agreements at the centre of contention....

28. Seven weeks after bridge incident, crew still trapped on Baltimore ship

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/seven-weeks-after-bridge-incident-crew-still-trapped-on-baltimore-ship

As a controlled explosion rocked the Dali on Monday, nearly two dozen sailors remained on board, below deck in the massive ship's hull....

29. Transport Minister confirms Nicosia ring road on track for June 16 completion

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/transport-minister-confirms-nicosia-ring-road-on-track-for-june-16-completion

Transport, Communications, and Works Minister Alexis Vafeadis announced on Wednesday that the Nicosia peripheral motorway project is set to be completed by June 16, 2024, ...

30. EAC chairman George Petrou dives into energy storage advancements

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eac-chairman-george-petrou-dives-into-energy-storage-advancements

George Petrou, the newly appointed chairman of the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC), faces a daunting task as he takes the helm during a turbulent......

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