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Cyprus to launch new marine pollution unit to clean up Limassol bay

Cyprus is moving to tighten its grip on marine pollution after years of fragmented oversight left authorities struggling to respond to worsening conditions in Limassol bay. Against that backdrop, the Deputy Ministry of Shipping is preparing to set up, in early 2026, the Pollution Response Supervision and Coordination Unit (PRSCU), an executive body with pan-Cyprus […]

29.12.2025 12:25

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Increase in children seeking protection reported by Hope For Children

An increasing number of minors in Cyprus are seeking help from Hope For Children, the organisation reported on Monday in an end of year statement. Hope For Children said it continues to handle numerous cases involving children who are afraid to speak about violence or neglect at home as well as deprivation of education due […]

29.12.2025 12:25

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UN special representative to brief security council on Cyprus peacekeeping

The United Nations special representative in Cyprus, Khassim Diagne, will brief the UN Security Council in closed consultations on January 15, 2026.  Diagne leads the UN peacekeeping force on the island, known as Unfycip. The briefing will draw on the latest reports from UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on his mediation efforts regarding the Cyprus issue […]

29.12.2025 12:11

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Foreign buyers drive 16 per cent rise in Cyprus property sales

Cyprus’ retail property market is increasingly shaped by a broader real estate cycle that remains resilient but uneven, with strong momentum in residential and offices contrasting with a more polarised outlook for retail, according to Danos and Associates’ Market Insight Report. The report shows that Cyprus’ property market entered 2024 on solid footing, following one […]

29.12.2025 11:55

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Evaluation reform and air conditioning units to drive education policy

Teacher evaluation reform and the rollout of air conditioning in public schools will dominate the education ministry’s agenda in the coming year, following approval of key legislation. The implementation of the new teacher evaluation system now moves to centre stage after its approval by parliament. The reform, the most extensive in over 50 years, replaces […]

29.12.2025 11:50

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Cyprus economy must avoid complacency, warns Keve chief

Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve) president Stavros Stavrou on Monday highlighted the need for realistic planning and targeted reforms as Cyprus moves toward 2026, warning that the economy’s positive trajectory should not lead to complacency. In his New Year message, Stavrou said that “the Cypriot economy had shown resilience, adaptability and dynamism in […]

29.12.2025 11:38

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AEGEAN supports Bank of Cyprus Nicosia Marathon

AEGEAN is once again bringing a strong presence to the Bank of Cyprus Nicosia Marathon, actively supporting the capital’s major running event, set for Sunday, January 18, 2026. Through its support, AEGEAN is helping facilitate the participation of runners from abroad, strengthening the international character of the race and adding further momentum to an event […]

29.12.2025 10:58

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Troodos covered in snow for second time this winter

The Troodos mountains were covered in snow on Sunday overnight, marking the second snowfall of the winter. In a post shared shortly after midnight, meteorologist Eric Kitas Kitas said localised rain and snow were recorded due to the passage of a cold front. He said the snowfall was expected to lead to a light but […]

29.12.2025 10:52

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The rise of intelligent platforms for forex trading: Why brokers need future-ready infrastructure

The global FX/CFD brokerage ecosystem is evolving rapidly, driven by technology adoption, regulatory shifts, and increasing client expectations. Singapore, one of Asia’s leading fintech hubs, continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the competitive landscape for forex and multi-asset brokers. In this increasingly digital world, brokers—whether enterprise-level institutions or emerging fintech firms—require more than […]

29.12.2025 10:41

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CFA Society Cyprus anticipates dynamic 2026 built on transparency, market trust

On the occasion of the festive season and the arrival of the New Year, the Board of Directors of CFA Society Cyprus extends its warmest wishes to society at large, the investment and business community, as well as to all institutional stakeholders with whom it collaborates. We wish everyone health, progress and creativity for 2025. […]

29.12.2025 10:38

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Blackbook’s Voskaridou nominated for 2025 Cyprus Manager of the Year

Blackbook is proud to announce that Eleftheria Voskaridou, Founder and Managing Director of Blackbook Agency, was nominated for the “Cyprus Manager of the Year 2025” Award at the prestigious Manager of the Year 2025 Awards in Athens on December 17. This notable recognition celebrates outstanding leadership, celebrating professionals who achieve results, while making a significant […]

29.12.2025 10:30

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Ronaldo confident of reaching 1,000 goals, keen to keep playing

Cristiano Ronaldo said his passion for the game remains undimmed and that he is still motivated to reach his target of 1,000 career goals after the Portuguese forward was named Best Middle East Player at the Globe Soccer Awards in Dubai on Sunday. Ronaldo’s double for Saudi side Al-Nassr on Saturday took his tally to […]

29.12.2025 10:24

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Cameroon and Ivory Coast draw heavyweight clash

Defending champions Ivory Coast took a lead that lasted only five minutes before Cameroon equalised to secure a 1-1 draw in their heavyweight clash at the Africa Cup of Nations finals on Sunday. Amad Diallo scored for a second successive game to open the scoring for the Ivorians in the 51st minute but full back […]

29.12.2025 10:21

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Comedy nights spread laughter across the divide

“United in laughter, divided in everything else,” write the organisers of an upcoming comedy series in Nicosia that is set to spread jokes across checkpoints. Collective Beat organises the Peace Talks comedy and performance nights this December, humorously touching on Cyprus reality. The organisation hosts comedy nights on both sides of the divide, aiming to […]

29.12.2025 10:00

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Government sets 2026 target for pension increases

Cyprus is preparing its next major reform, with the government setting a target of significant pension increases by 2026, starting with low-income pensioners. President Nikos Christodoulides said pension reform is now a top priority, following the recent approval by parliament of major changes in education and taxation. He said the lowest pension, currently about 510 […]

29.12.2025 09:48

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Eurobank highlights strong year of expansion and transformation

The Eurobank Group has said 2025 proved to be more than just a productive year as it combined strong financial performance with steady progress on strategic priorities aimed at long-term growth, according to a Christmas message by its chief executive. The message, relayed by Greek business outlet Newmoney, mentioned that the outgoing year was marked […]

29.12.2025 09:32

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Cyprus firms set to boost cyber defences amid rising global risks

Cyprus is expected to see a strengthening of corporate and institutional cyber defences as part of its national digital policy, according to Andrey Leskin, chief technology officer of Qrator Labs. Speaking to the Cyprus Mail, Leskin warned that the global cybersecurity landscape is set to become more complex and more dangerous by 2026. “Digital capabilities […]

29.12.2025 08:30

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Nine arrested as police step up overnight operations across Cyprus

Police carried out targeted preventive operations across Cyprus overnight, with an increased presence in key urban areas, authorities said on Monday. The operations aimed to prevent serious crime, protect the public and maintain public order. As part of the action, police arrested nine people nationwide for serious criminal and other offences. In Limassol district, officers […]

29.12.2025 08:26

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Seven Turkish police wounded in clash with Islamic State militants, media says

Seven Turkish police officers were wounded during a clash with suspected Islamic State militants in Yalova province in northwest Turkey on Monday, state broadcaster TRT Haber reported. It said police teams had launched an operation on a house believed to contain militants near the town of Yalova, on the Sea of Marmara coast, south of […]

29.12.2025 08:06

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Cold winds and unsettled weather expected across Cyprus

Strong north-westerly winds and low temperatures are affecting Cyprus on Monday, with unsettled conditions expected to continue into midweek, according to the weather service. Monday began with partly cloudy skies. Isolated rain was recorded in some areas, while snowfall was reported on the highest mountain peaks. Conditions are expected to improve, becoming mostly clear later […]

29.12.2025 07:58

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Trump, Zelenskiy report gains on security guarantees, Donbas still in dispute

US President Donald Trump said on Sunday that he and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy were “getting a lot closer, maybe very close” to an agreement to end the war in Ukraine, while acknowledging that the fate of the Donbas region remains a key unresolved issue. The two leaders spoke at a joint news conference after […]

29.12.2025 07:43

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AI agents to reshape how telecoms interact with customers

Generative AI and agentic AI are fundamentally reshaping how telecommunications operators interact with their subscribers, according to a new report from Omdia titled The Future of Customer Experience in Telecoms. The analysis suggests that the emergence of AI agents acting on behalf of human customers is creating a new market dynamic that requires operators to […]

29.12.2025 07:30

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Cypriot firms invited to Bahrain business forum in January

The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve) has announced that it will organise a business forum and business-to-business (B2B) meetings in Bahrain on January 26, 2026. The aim is to strengthen commercial ties during the official working visit of President Nikos Christodoulides to the kingdom. The event is being organised in cooperation with the […]

29.12.2025 07:00

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Markets weigh impact of AI spending and Fed cuts on 2026 outlook

The US stock market is closing the books on a third straight year of double-digit percentage gains. A fourth stellar year in 2026 may be a tall order, requiring strong earnings, a dovish Federal Reserve and strong artificial intelligence spending. The bull market for US stocks that started in October 2022 has been propelled by […]

29.12.2025 06:00

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