The Paphos Regional Tourism Board (Etap) hosted on Monday partners of the SMARTIES for SMEs project, in a move that seeks to bolster the competitiveness and resilience of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the tourism sector. The initiative, underpinned entirely by European Union funding, seeks to distribute €375,000 among 15 SMEs to foster their […]
Invest Cyprus recently welcomed H.E. Shri Manish Manish, High Commissioner of India to Cyprus, and Subhash Jangala, the High Commission’s First Secretary (Income Tax Overseas Unit), to its offices for a productive discussion on the relations between Cyprus and India. Representing Invest Cyprus were Evgenios Evgeniou Chairman, Spyros Vassiliou Vice Chairman, and Marios Tannousis, CEO. […]
The annual growth rate of the Cyprus Composite Leading Economic Index (CCLEI) is marginally positive in May 2024, halting the negative growth observed in the Index in the previous months. The Cyprus Composite Leading Economic Index (CCLEI), constructed and estimated by the University of Cyprus’ Economic Research Centre (CyERC), recorded an annual increase of 0.1% […]
BBF, Limassol’s top luxury residential developer, successfully sold out four Class A office buildings within the last year. Spanning a total area of approximately 20,000 sq. m., the full sale of bbf: latitude, bbf: liberty, bbf: benchmark, and bbf: summit solidifies BBF’s position as a leading name in Cyprus’s commercial real estate market as well. Due to the high […]
International credit rating agency Standard & Poor’s (S&P) this week upgraded the long-term credit rating of the Bank of Cyprus to BB+ with a positive outlook. This upgrade follows S&P’s recent upgrade of Cyprus’ sovereign credit rating last Friday, which also received a positive outlook. In addition, the agency explained that the upgrade reflects the […]
The Research and Innovation Foundation (RIF) this week announced the launch of a new programme titled “Enterprises Capacity Building in New Product Development.” According to the announcement, this initiative aims to bolster businesses with 30 or more employees, enabling them to recruit qualified personnel and innovate with new products or services. To streamline the process, […]
Deputy Minister of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy Nicodemos Damianou on Thursday set a forward-looking tone at the 3rd CITEA Digital Cyprus Conference, focusing on the potential and strategic importance of both Artificial Intelligence (AI) and data in shaping Cyprus’ digital future. In a virtual address from Athens, Damianou reflected on his participation in a […]
The Cabinet has approved a proposal by Finance Minister Makis Keravnos for the extension of measures to compensate the living costs of Cypriot households. They fall in the framework of targeted measures, taking into account the fiscal conditions and challenges as well as the summer climate conditions on the island, Government Spokesperson Konstantinos Letymbiotis said, following the Cabinet’s […]
The tourism industry is set for a significant boost during the upcoming Festival of the Flood (Kataklysmos) long weekend, with locals and foreign visitors alike expected to take advantage of the favourable weather and extended break. Hotel occupancy rates are projected to surpass 80% nationwide, exceeding 90% in some popular destinations, according to Philokypros Roussounides, […]
The Central Bank of Cyprus has revised its 2024 forecast for GDP growth to 3%, from 2.8% that was expected last March, mainly due to the upward revision of domestic demand, while it maintained its forecast for growth in the years 2025 and 2026, at 3.1% and 3.2%, respectively. According to the CBC’s macroeconomic forecasts (June […]
The EU Cohesion Policy, which finances development projects and reforms in the Member States, invests significantly in the green and digital transition and should respond to its role in ensuring economic, social and territorial cohesion, Finance Minister Makis Keravnos has said. He was speaking during the General Affairs Council of the EU which was dedicated […]
The government extended its anti-inflation package for four months, aiming to ease the burden of rising prices on households and businesses. The Council of Ministers approved the extension on Wednesday. The extended measures include: Government Spokesman Konstantinos Lettymbiotis emphasised the administration’s commitment to responsible fiscal policy while providing targeted support. He highlighted efforts to strengthen […]
The Central Bank of Cyprus has revised its 2024 forecast for GDP growth to 3%, from 2.8% that was expected last March, mainly due to the upward revision of domestic demand, while it maintained its forecast for growth in the years 2025 and 2026, at 3.1% and 3.2%, respectively. According to the CBC’s macroeconomic forecasts (June […]
Prime Minister Hun Manet and Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong have decided to set up a joint working group to promote trade and investment between the two countries and also agreed to operate more direct flights to encourage tourism. The decisions were taken when the two Prime Ministers, accompanied by top officials, met on Tuesday […]
Firm and salty, Halloumi cheese is best when cooked and can stand up to countless preparations, from grilling to frying. This white cheese originated on the Mediterranean island of Cyprus, and is traditionally made with sheep’s milk, though you’ll also find cow’s and goat’s milk versions, or ones that are made with a combination. Halloumi […]
“We predict that real estate prices in the area will rise by double digits in the coming years,” Bell Real Estate Group claimed yesterday (Sunday) at the launch event of its flagship project in Larnaca, Cyprus. The elegant complex, spread over approximately 4 hectares, includes 7 architecturally designed buildings with 304 low-rise housing units, three pools, ornamental […]