Investopia Forum places Cyprus at the heart of regional investment strategy

Investopia Forum places Cyprus at the heart of regional investment strategy

Cyprus took the spotlight at the Investopia Global Mediterranean Forum in Limassol this week, with Energy Minister George Papanastasiou reaffirming the country’s commitment to building closer ties with the United Arab Emirates, particularly in areas such as energy, innovation, tourism and sustainable development. In a panel alongside UAE Minister of Economy Abdulla bin Touq Al […]

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Commission’s forecast makes clear that the Cypriot economy is resilient, Minister says

Commission’s forecast makes clear that the Cypriot economy is resilient, Minister says

The message sent out by the European Commission’s spring forecast makes clear that the Cypriot economy is stable and resilient, Finance Minister Makis Keravnos has said. He was speaking on the sidelines of his participation in a 5 June meeting of the parliamentary Defence Committee. Keravnos noted that the forecast sets out criteria for determining the economic situation of […]

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Guest recipes – By Serene Tharian

Guest recipes – By Serene Tharian

Nutty Beans & Chickpea Korma Kormas are stews made with the meat or legumes or vegetables cooked with spices, nuts, dried fruit and yogurt and slow cooked to make this delicious stew. Korma typically refers to a gravy made from browned onions, yogurt and a paste of soaked almonds or other nuts or nut flours. […]

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Cyprus recipes with Loulla Astin

Cyprus recipes with Loulla Astin

Pork with cauliflower, baby onions and potatoes Not to be confused with Kapamas Kokkinistos (in red wine) Kapama is with red wine and coriander seeds no onion, kaourmas is with little onions, celery and lemon.  I been looking for this recipe for few years now. I telephoned my aunties in Cyprus in Avgorou asking for […]

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Cyprus and UAE ministers to discuss economic ties in Limassol

Cyprus and UAE ministers to discuss economic ties in Limassol

Minister of Energy, Commerce and Industry, George Papanastasiou will converse with Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy of the United Arab Emirates in the framework of the Investopia Global Mediterranean conference which will be held in Limassol on Tuesday. The two Ministers will participate in a roundtable discussion titled “Bridges of Prosperity: Unlocking Synergies between the […]

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Cyprus Business Now: weekly wrap-up

Cyprus Business Now: weekly wrap-up

Here are the top business stories in Cyprus from the week starting June 2: Cyprus has taken a significant step in strengthening its regulatory framework for investment funds, following the House of Representatives’ approval of the Investment Fund Administrators Law. The move is being hailed by the Cyprus Investment Funds Association (CIFA) as a milestone […]

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Pod of dolphins spotted off Cyprus’ coast

Pod of dolphins spotted off Cyprus’ coast

A pod of eight dolphins was spotted off the coast of Larnaca during a diving event, with underwater photographers taking the opportunity to document the experience. “A pod of eight dolphins passed beneath us and watched us, their bodies marked with scars … Two of them performed tricks for us,” Fanos Avouris, an underwater photographer, […]

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Keve to host green transition event for SMEs

Keve to host green transition event for SMEs

The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve) has announced a new initiative aimed at equipping small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with practical tools and solutions to support their transition to a more sustainable and energy-efficient future. The event, titled “Green Transition in Practice: Tools and Solutions for SMEs,” will take place on June 17, 2025, at the […]

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