Long before chickpeas gained global stardom, it was the fava bean – broad, earthy and ancient – that fed empires! From the fields of the eastern Mediterranean to the souks of Cairo, fava beans have sustained communities for thousands of years. And whether mashed into a velvety purée or simmered whole with garlic and lemon, […]
Cyprus took part in the international food and beverage exhibition SIAL Shanghai 2025, with an information booth jointly organised by the Ministry of Energy and the Cyprus Trade Centre in Beijing. Held at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre from May 19 to 21, the exhibition is considered one of the most important events of its […]
UniCredit has signed a derivatives agreement that paves the way for it to nearly double its stake in Greece’s Alpha Bank, increasing its shareholding to close to 20 per cent. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the Italian banking group confirmed it will seek supervisory approval to surpass the 10 per cent threshold and potentially […]
Cyprus is stepping up efforts to encourage mergers and acquisitions among small and medium-sized enterprises, aiming to unlock growth, competitiveness and innovation across key sectors. Speaking at a conference organised by the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve) in collaboration with Hellenic Bank, Finance Minister Makis Keravnos presented the government’s dedicated action plan, approved […]
Larnaca’s paved areas will now be sparkling with the new high-pressure machine the municipality has received, which will remove grime with a jet of boiling water. The municipality announced on Tuesday that the new machine – with water temperatures ranging from 30C to 98C – will be used to clean outdoor public surfaces, such as […]
BRUSSELS – The European Commission remains “fully committed” to reaching a trade deal with the United States amid tariff twists, according to a senior European Union (EU) official. In a Monday post on social media platform X, European Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security Maros Sefcovic wrote: “The European Commission remains fully committed to constructive and […]
The CEO of a publicly-listed Malaysian company has expressed an interest in exploring further investment opportunities in Cambodia in the fields of technology and logistics. He met with Prime Minister Hun Manet to discuss the matter in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on May 27, following the 46th ASEAN Summit and related summits. “MMAG Holdings Berhad is […]
ASEAN released an April 10 joint statement seekinga common dialogue with the US under the ASEAN-US Trade and Investment Framework Agreement (TIFA), an agreement which by which all ASEAN members states accept a joint track to negotiate with the US. The statement indicated a strong interest in maintaining a rules and market-based trading system in […]
A breakfast meeting held on Monday at the Grand Millennium Kuala Lumpur brought together prominent leaders from the Malaysian and Cambodian business communities. The event focused on exploring opportunities and strengthening economic ties between the two nations. The meeting was honoured by the presence of Cham Nimul, Minister of Commerce, along with a delegation from […]
President of the House of Representatives Annita Demetriou praised the Cyprus Shipping Chamber for its long-standing contribution to the country’s development as a globally recognised maritime hub. Addressing the 36th Annual General Meeting of the Cyprus Shipping Chamber, she acknowledged the Chamber’s vital role in shaping Cyprus’ competitive, resilient, and innovative shipping sector over the […]
Kornos is undergoing a major transformation, with two flagship projects worth over €20 million already launched or heading for implementation, according to Lefkara mayor Sofoklis Sofokleous. “The municipal district of Kornos is expected to change radically in the next two to three years,” Sofokleous told Philenews. “Every announcement must be on track and implementable, and this […]
President Nikos Christodoulides opened the 36th Annual General Meeting of the Cyprus Shipping Chamber by highlighting the profoundly important and catalytic role of shipping in Cyprus’ economy. He emphasised that the sector significantly contributes to the country’s economic development and sustainability. He expressed his commitment to maintaining this positive momentum and wished for continued, long-lasting […]
Limassol’s pioneering office hub brings a next-generation VR experience to commercial real estate, showcasing the premier choice for workplace innovation, sustainability and convenience Tor Properties has unveiled a brand-new, state-of-the-art Virtual Reality experience for The Triangle, offering an immersive walkthrough of Limassol’s most forward-thinking new business centre. This next-generation experience gives prospective tenants and partners […]
Cyprus recorded its highest-ever number of tourist arrivals for the January–April period, which the government described as ‘historic’, reinforcing efforts to establish the island as a year-round destination. Speaking at a media briefing at the presidential palace on Tuesday, government spokesperson Konstantinos Letymbiotis said the latest figures from the Statistical Service confirm the strong trajectory […]
NS25 Written By Jim Liu Published at 1600GMT 26MAY25 Air Cambodia last week launched new service to Thailand, which saw the inaugural of Sihanoukville – Bangkok Suvarnabhumi route on 22MAY25. The airline serves this route twice weekly with Airbus A320 aircraft, although selected dates will see A321 operating. K6726 KOS1220 – 1335BKK 320 47K6727 BKK1020 – […]
Hun Sen, President of the Cambodian Senate, has congratulated President of Timor-Leste José Manuel Ramos-Horta and Prime Minister Kay Rala Xanana Gusmão on the country’s accession to ASEAN in October this year. “On behalf of the Senate of Cambodia and my behalf, I would like to convey my warmest congratulations to your Excellency, the Government, […]