First social enterprise for inclusion of people with disabilities inaugurated in Cyprus
The Deputy Minister of Social Welfare, Clea Hadjistephanou Papaellina officially inaugurated on Thursday the True Heart Café, in Nicosia, the first social enterprise in Cyprus focused on the inclusion of persons with disabilities, describing it as a “historic moment for Cypriot society as a…
Cyprus Presidency aims to deliver a resilient, affordable energy system, Minister says
Cyprus’ Presidency of the Council of the EU aims to deliver a resilient energy system, capable of withstanding external shocks, while ensuring that energy remains affordable, Minister of Energy, Commerce and Industry, Michael Damianos said on Wednesday, during the informal meeting…
Cyprus EU Presidency-EP reach preliminary agreement on Critical Medicines Act
A preliminary agreement on the Critical Medicines Act was reached by the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the European Union (EU) with the European Parliament following lengthy and intensive negotiations, according to a statement by the Cyprus EU Presidency. It…
Our vision is to promote a more autonomous Union, Raouna says at Nicosia informal Council
The multiannual financial framework, EU’s enlargement, and the promotion of a more autonomous Europe are at the center of the informal meeting of EU Ministers for European Affairs taking place on Monday in Nicosia. Speaking upon her arrival at the Filoxenia…
CING researchers develop new genetic test for families at risk of inherited diseases
A new, advanced genetic test developed by researchers at the Cyprus Institute of Neurology and Genetics (CING) is transforming preimplantation genetic testing (PGT-M), offering new hope to couples at risk of passing on inherited diseases, according to a CING press release….
Record number of candidates and parties for the Parliamentary Elections, CRO says
A record number of candidates and political parties have submitted their nomination on Wednesday for the 2026 Parliamentary Elections, according to Chief Returning Officer Elikkos Elia. Specifically, 753 candidacies and 19 parties have submitted their nominations. “Today, candidacies for the…
Revenue from tourism shows annual increase of 7.4% in first two months of the year
An annual increase of 7.4% was recorded in the period of January – February 2026, as regards revenue from tourism. Based on the results of the Passenger Survey carried out by the Statistical Service of Cyprus, revenue from tourism reached €85.3…
Need to strengthen collective action against drugs, Cyprus President tells EPC Summit
The need to strengthen the EU’s collective action against drugs was highlighted by President Nikos Christodoulides during a debate entitled “European Alliance against Drugs” held in the framework of the European Political Community (EPC) Summit in Yerevan, on Monday. According…
Challenges for forest ecosystems the focus of an EU meeting in Paphos
The challenges of Europe’s forest ecosystems, with particular emphasis on climate change, forest fires, the protection of biodiversity and the need to strengthen the resilience of forests, the focus of the discussions held during the meeting of the EU Directors…
ΑΙ, cyber defence redefine the design of National Guard capabilities, Minister says
Sectors such as artificial intelligence, autonomous systems, cyber defence and space technologies redefine the design and implementation of the defence capabilities of the National Guard and we must therefore safeguard the resilience of the technological supply chain in critical sectors, Defence Minister,…
Travel advisories for Cyprus improve reflecting true situation, following coordinated actions, sources say
A substantial improvement is being recorded recently in the way in which a number of European countries portray the situation in Cyprus in their travel advisories, which, according to information, is the result of coordinated actions by Nicosia. The same…
Average monthly earnings for employees up by 4.9% on annual basis in 2025
The average gross monthly earnings of employees for the year 2025 are estimated at €2,605, compared to €2,483 in 2024, representing a 4.9% increase compared to the previous year, data released on Monday by the Cyprus Statistical Service show. For 2024,…
