The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) on Wednesday announced important updates related to its anti-money laundering (AML) exams for certified persons. The exams are designed to confirm that individuals appointed as AML compliance officers have received adequate training, although other employees working in finance may also take them to bolster their knowledge on the […]
The Bank of Cyprus has received two accolades recognising its corporate responsibility at the Boussias Cyprus Responsible Awards 2023, according to a statement released on Wednesday by the bank. Specifically, the Bank of Cyprus was awarded the Platinum Award in the Long-term Investment category for the establishment of the Bank of Cyprus Oncology Centre 26 […]
Pedalion Yachting, a luxury yachting company based in Cyprus, on Wednesday announced a new partnership with Italian boatmaker Comitti Yachts. According to the announcement, “this collaboration introduces the elegant and sophisticated Comitti yachts to the Cyprus market, renowned for their masterful blend of classic beauty and modern aesthetics”. The announcement added that Comitti Yachts are […]
Cambodia welcome 3.16 million foreign tourists in the first half of this year, up 22.7 percent from 2.57 million recorded in the same period in 2023, a Ministry of Tourism’s report showed on Tuesday. Thailand topped the list of foreign arrivals to Cambodia during the said period with 955,250 visitors, a year-on-year decrease of 9.7 […]
The Paphos Regional Tourism Development and Promotion Company has installed a smart sign at a 500-year-old oak tree in the village of Fyti, expanding its digital information services and furthering its efforts to transform the region into a smart destination. Visitors can scan the QR code on the sign to access information about the tree, […]
Cyprus is definitely having its music moment this year as more and more international stars add it to their touring schedule. No complaints from music fans and as the summer ends its busy concert line-up, the autumn will arrive in full swing. One more star is travelling to the island in October. Set to perform […]
The deadline for applications in Cyprus for the second phase of the “Electrification at 1000” grant program has been extended by two months, now closing on September 30, the Department of Electromechanical Services announced. The initiative is part of the National Recovery and Resilience Plan and is aimed at promoting a green economy and sustainable […]
Cambodia’s fisheries sector is undergoing a transformative shift, with Unica enterprise leading the charge towards a more sustainable and internationally competitive industry. Founded in 2014, this pioneering enterprise has evolved from a small initiative supporting women fishermen into a major player in the agri-food sector. With the backing of the CAPFISH-Capture Project and strategic collaborations, […]
Prime Minister Hun Manet announced a significant boost in Cambodia’s agricultural exports during the first half of this year, marking the highest increase in the last five years. In a report presented by the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries, it was revealed that the country saw an unprecedented growth of nearly 60% in agricultural […]
The Polish airline LOT has announced the resumption of its flights to Larnaca Airport, with four per week during the winter season. According to a press release from the deputy Ministry of Tourism, LOT intends to increase the frequency to six flights a week during the summer season in 2025. In addition to LOT, flights […]
Cambodia made more than $210 million in revenue from rubber exports in the first half year of 2024, an increase of about 8.6 percent over the same period of 2023, said a report of the General Directorate of Rubber on Wednesday Khun Kakada, Acting-Director General of the General Directorate of Rubber of Ministry of Agriculture, […]
Prime Minister Hun Manet Thursday called for connecting direct flights from the major tourist destinations in the world to Siem Reap. Mr Hun Manet highlighted this during a groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of the Samdech Pin Sem Museum in Siem Reap province. To attract more tourists to visit Cambodia, especially Siem Reap province – […]
At the initiative of the President of the Republic, a special meeting was held to inform the Council of Ministers about the implementation of the national strategy for Troodos and the development of mountain communities, Commissioner for the Development of Mountain Communities, Charalambos Christofinas has announced, noting that specific decisions were also taken. As he […]
€1.2 million in support for the development and energy sustainability of the port of Limassol, and €10.5 million towards the construction of the Nicosia perimeter motorway, are included in the €7 billion set aside for 134 transport projects all over the European Union within the framework of the Connecting Europe Facility – CEF. Europe-wide, 80% […]
Cambodia may be in the middle of the refreshing Rainy Season, but international tourists are still thronging The Kingdom’s iconic Angkor temple complex. All images: AKP
Representatives of Cyprus’ Research and Innovation Foundation (RFI) and of the Japan Science and Technology Organisation (JST) recently met in Nicosia, to establish collaborations in cutting-edge fields such as artificial intelligence, robotics, energy, space research, and biotechnology. The RFI was represented at the meeting by its Chief Scientist, Demetris Skourides and Director General Theodoros Loukaides, while JST was represented by […]