Cyprus tops EU for tourist overnight stay growth in 2024

Cyprus tops EU for tourist overnight stay growth in 2024

Cyprus has emerged as the European Union (EU) leader for tourism growth in 2024, registering the highest year-on-year growth in overnight stays among all member states, according to Eurostat. The EU’s statistical office on Friday reported that Cyprus saw a significant increase of 14.5 per cent in the number of nights spent in its tourist accommodation establishments compared with 2023. […]

Read More
Cyprus real estate market sees €201.4 million in high-end deals

Cyprus real estate market sees €201.4 million in high-end deals

The top 100 most valuable real estate transactions in Cyprus during July and August 2025 totalled €201.4 million, according to data released by property technology firm Ask Wire, which monitors real estate transactions, listing prices and construction activity across the island.  The analysis, which includes the top 10 transactions per district, reaffirms the steady interest in high-value deals […]

Read More
Invest Cyprus welcomes US-based TKI following merger with Hybrid ConsulTech

Invest Cyprus welcomes US-based TKI following merger with Hybrid ConsulTech

Invest Cyprus on Thursday welcomed US-based technology company TKI to Cyprus following the merger between Hybrid ConsulTech, now renamed TKI EMEA, and TKI, a leading provider of enterprise-grade artificial intelligence solutions. Marios Tannousis, CEO of Invest Cyprus, said the development marks “a significant milestone in Cyprus’s growing AI landscape,” as it strengthens US–Cyprus business ties and reinforces the island’s position as a regional hub for […]

Read More
Cyprus to lead on European tourism strategy, says president

Cyprus to lead on European tourism strategy, says president

Christodoulides says tourism remains cornerstone of Cyprus’ economy President Nikos Christodoulides on Thursday addressed the 91st HOTREC general assembly in Paphos, highlighting the vital role of tourism in Cyprus’ economy, the country’s sustainable development strategy, and upcoming European priorities under Cyprus’ EU presidency in 2026. HOTREC is the umbrella association representing Europe’s hospitality industry to EU institutions, advocating […]

Read More
Finance Minister hails IMF forecasts as confirmation of Cyprus’ resilience

Finance Minister hails IMF forecasts as confirmation of Cyprus’ resilience

Cyprus economy set for 2.9 per cent growth in 2025, IMF reports Finance Minister Makis Keravnos welcomed the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) latest forecasts on Wednesday, saying they confirm both government projections and the continued strong performance and resilience of the Cypriot economy. Speaking after a cabinet meeting at the Presidential Palace, Keravnos said he was pleased with the IMF’s October […]

Read More
Cyprus and UK reaffirm deep ties at London independence event

Cyprus and UK reaffirm deep ties at London independence event

Hadjimanolis highlights Cyprus unity, stability and maritime strength Cyprus marked the 65th anniversary of its independence with a celebratory event in London earlier this week, where Deputy Minister of Shipping Marina Hadjimanolis spoke on a number of key issues, including the island’s maritime sector. Specifically, Hadjimanolis highlighted the island’s continued efforts toward reunification, its role as a pillar of stability […]

Read More
Electricity Authority of Cambodia issues charging prices for electric vehicle charging stations in Cambodia

Electricity Authority of Cambodia issues charging prices for electric vehicle charging stations in Cambodia

The Electricity Authority of Cambodia has issued a new decision amending Article 1 of the Electricity Authority of Cambodia’s decision No. 120.Sr.25.Aok dated July 7, 2025, on determining the list of charging fees for electric vehicle charging stations in Cambodia. The document lists three different charging rates: AC charging: 1,050 Riel/kWh DC Fast Charge (up […]

Read More
Christos Ellinides: on why the EU must constantly renew its AI preparedness

Christos Ellinides: on why the EU must constantly renew its AI preparedness

The EU’s readiness for issues related to artificial intelligence must be constantly renewed with new information, new skills and continuous improvement of models, Christos Ellinides, Director-General of the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Translation (DGT) suggests. The Cypriot official was in Nicosia recently for a conference entitled ‘Empowering Europe with AI: The European Commission AI-based Multilingual […]

Read More