Cyprus on Monday showcased its prospects as an investment destination at the 8th annual investment conference organised by the UK-Cyprus Enterprise Council in London. The conference also examined the opportunities arising from Cyprus’ close economic ties with the United Kingdom. Costas Hadjipanayiotou, director general of the Labour Ministry, delivered the keynote address on behalf of […]
Ambassadors, government officials, war veterans, diplomats, and other dignitaries came together yesterday as they commemorated Remembrance Day, a time to remember the lives lost during World War I (1914-1918). Held at Himawari Phnom Penh, the ceremony was attended by Jacques Pellet, French Ambassador to Cambodia, BritCham’s Chairman, Martin McCarthy, Andrew Tay, Himawari’s Director, representatives from […]
For short-haul sun without sky-high prices, but with pretty harbours, history and hiking, look no further than Cyprus. We’ve found the best last-minute deals ate November into early December is a curious time to book a European holiday. Routes from the UK are winding down for the year, with many stopped altogether, while flights to […]
After sold-out shows in Nicosia in November 2023, the UK’s multi-award-winning comedian Jimmy Carr returns to Cyprus for more laughs. A show that will be on for one night only will kick off 2025’s cultural agenda in January as Carr presents his brand-new show. Jimmy Carr – Laughs Funny is the name of the show […]
It takes around two to three hours to drive across this island, so it’s possible to explore its diverse landscapes, beautiful beaches, and rugged mountains wherever you’re staying. Temperatures average 19 degrees in December (Image: Getty) Just four and a half hours away from the UK along the idyllic Mediterranean coast sits a picturesque winter sun haven, which averages 19C […]
Energy Minister George Papanastasiou on Saturday praised the signing of a maintenance, repair and overhaul offload agreement between GE Aerospace and the United Aerospace Maintenance Company (UAMCO) of Cyprus. He said the agreement would further enhance Cyprus-US strategic cooperation and would upgrade the island’s status as an international business hub. US ambassador in Nicosia Julie […]
Passenger traffic at Cyprus’ Larnaca and Paphos airports increased by 7.14 per cent in October 2024 compared to October 2023, according to the Transport Ministry. The ministry said this resulted in record traffic being recorded during this time, with over 1.3 million travellers. Specifically, Cyprus welcomed a record-breaking 1,338,065 passengers through Larnaca and Paphos airports […]
Because of the country’s incredible richness in waterways including the Mekong, Sap and Bassac Rivers, as well as the massive lake, Tonlé Sap, freshwater fish and seafood, such as salmon, squid and prawns, is especially popular, featuring prominently in soups, curries, stir-fries and salads. Beef, pork, chicken, duck and other poultry are widely available but more expensive […]
Cyprus is growing as a top choice for foreign direct investment (FDI) in Europe, said Invest Cyprus CEO Marios Tannousis on Thursday. Tannousis addressed an international audience at the 10th International Funds Summit & Expo in Nicosia, presenting the island’s unique advantages, including financing schemes and incentives for global investors. Tannousis explained that Cyprus’ strategic […]
Passenger traffic at Cyprus’ Larnaca and Paphos airports increased by 7.14 per cent in October 2024 compared to October 2023, according to the Transport Ministry. The ministry said this resulted in record traffic being recorded during this time, with over 1.3 million travellers. Specifically, Cyprus welcomed a record-breaking 1,338,065 passengers through Larnaca and Paphos airports […]
United Arab Emirates energy giant Abu Dhabi National Oil Co has expressed interest in Cyprus’ emerging natural gas sector, Energy Minister George Papanastasiou has said. “They expressed interest in the eastern Mediterranean,” Papanastasiou told Reuters on the sidelines of an energy conference in Abu Dhabi. He clarified that Adnoc had not made any formal request […]
Larnaca Attractions Scratch the surface of Larnaca and you’ll reveal a wealth of sun-drenched secrets that go far beyond its reputation as a party destination. Located in the southeastern corner of Cyprus, the city undoubtedly has its nocturnal thrills, but there is so much more to see and do during the day that you may feel you’re […]
The deal to hand over Larnaca and Paphos airports to Hermes Airports Ltd is nearly sealed, as the company moves toward securing financing from a bank for the second phase of development at both airports. Kathimerini understands Hermes Airports is in advanced talks with a bank to secure a loan for the project, pending approval […]
Crete, the flagship of Greek tourism, is extending the tourism season for another year, with the “help” of climate change, as the president of the Crete hoteliers’ association, Manolis Tsakalakis, said to the Athens-Macedonian News Agency. British tour operators have already expressed an interest in transferring airline seats of prospective tourists from the high season […]
The average gross monthly earnings for employees in Cyprus reached €2,363 in 2023, a 7.3% increase from €2,202 in 2022, marking a continued rise in income levels after a 7.1% uptick the previous year. According to CySTAT, the median gross monthly earnings stood at €1,792. Significant differences are recorded based on gender, nationality, and industry, […]
Hellenic Bank and the union representing its employees, Etyk, have finalised a new collective agreement, based on the preliminary accord reached in April 2023 with the mediation of the Labour Minister. This agreement, which marks the renewal of the contract initially due in 2018, will retroactively cover the period from January 1, 2019, to December […]