Cyprus is making strides towards a digital future, with the government poised to approve the distribution of 100,000 electronic ID cards, as announced by President Nikos Christodoulides. Speaking at the Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit, held at the Nicosia Municipal Theater, the president detailed the plan, which is a crucial step in the nation's move towards a more digitally integrated state. During his...
Nicosia is making strides in improving urban life through cutting-edge digital technologies, according to Mayor Charalambos Proutzos, who emphasized that these advancements are about more than just going digital—they aim to significantly improve the quality of life for residents. Speaking at the Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit, held at the Nicosia Municipal Theatre, Proutzos explained that the goal is to...
Cyprus saw a record number of travelers passing through its airports in September, with 1.4 million passengers using Larnaca and Paphos airports, according to airport operator Hermes on Monday. Passenger traffic in September 2024 increased by 7% compared to the same month in 2023, setting an all-time record for September, Hermes reported. The United Kingdom, Greece, Israel, Poland, and Germany were the...
Cypriot Transport Minister Alexis Vafeades has reassured travelers that Cyprus airspace remains safe and there is no need to worry about flying to the island. Speaking to state broadcaster CyBC, Vafeades emphasized that the Republic of Cyprus is strictly adhering to safety updates issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). The minister further explained that Cyprus has fully implemented...
On Saturday, four US senators made a notable visit to the Andreas Papandreou airbase in Paphos, where they met with Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides. The visiting senators—Jerry Moran, Susan Collins, John Boozman, and John Cornyn—emphasized Cyprus’ crucial role as a "pillar of safety and stability," while also highlighting the island’s position as a bridge for peace and cooperation in the...
On Saturday, Cyprus officially became a full member of the International Organisation of La Francophonie, joining 54 other full members after having been an observer since 2006. The Foreign Ministry expressed deep gratitude for the support and trust of the global francophone community, acknowledging the significance of this step for the country. Shortly after, the French Embassy in Nicosia congratulated...
The European Commission has referred Cyprus, along with Spain, Poland, and Portugal, to the European Court of Justice due to their failure to enact the 2022 directive on a global minimum level of taxation for multinational corporations and large companies, known as the Pillar 2 directive. This action was part of the Commission’s October infringement package, announced recently. In addition to the tax...
According to data released by Eurostat on October 1, 2023, only 25% of the EU population aged 16 and over have seen energy efficiency upgrades in their homes over the past five years, meaning one in four Europeans live in more energy-efficient dwellings. However, a closer look at the statistics shows that people at risk of poverty or social exclusion are less likely to experience these improvements,...
Real estate experts in Cyprus are growing increasingly concerned about the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and its impact on the island’s property market. Recent trends reveal a shift in the housing market: In Limassol, Israelis are purchasing properties at a rapid pace. Similar to the Russian influx from previous years, Israelis are entering the market. However, unlike Russian buyers, they...
There were initial concerns that the halting of construction on Larnaca’s new marina would negatively affect the housing market and deter investors from the coastal city. For the past three years, this much-publicized project, particularly enticing to buyers from Israel, had boosted demand for homes around the port. However, despite the high-profile termination of the agreement with Kition Ocean...
