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Hermes CEO joins finance leaders as CFO role takes centre stage

Hermes Airports CEO Eleni Kaloyirou joined business leaders at the 5th ICPAC Mediterranean Finance Summit, held on 21–22 May in Limassol, taking part in a discussion on the growing importance of close cooperation between chief executives and finance chiefs.  The panel, titled ‘The CEO–CFO Partnership: Trust, Transparency & Transformation’, focused on how strategic alignment, trust-based collaboration and a […]

22.05.2026 12:22

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Turkish court ousts opposition leader, deepening political crisis

Turkey’s political opposition dug in on Friday to resist an unprecedented court ruling that ousted its leader and annulled its congress, inflaming a political crisis that critics say aims to further prolong President Tayyip Erdogan’s 23-year rule. The appeals court cited unspecified irregularities in the Republican People’s Party’s (CHP) 2023 congress. It also reinstated the […]

22.05.2026 12:17

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

Cyprus’ economy is expected to remain resilient

Cyprus’ economy is expected to remain resilient despite the shock from the conflict in the Middle East, according to the European Commission’s Spring Forecast released in Brussels. The Commission projects slower growth of 2.3 percent in 2026 and 2.7 percent in 2027. The report says exports of services are set to hold up even with […]

22.05.2026 12:15

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Five plead not guilty over violent Larnaca incidents

Five men pleaded not guilty at the Larnaca permanent criminal court on Friday to multiple charges related to violent incidents in the city on January 17. The defendants, aged 20, 26, 26, 32 and 48, face charges including conspiracy to commit a felony, illegal possession and transport of firearms and explosives, extortion, threats, participation in […]

22.05.2026 12:08

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Parklane: the ultimate destination for 2026 Kataklysmos weekend

For the 2026 Kataklysmos long weekend (coinciding with Pentecost), Parklane, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa invites guests to experience a unique seaside stay, where luxury, relaxation and lifestyle come together in perfect harmony. At Nammos Limassol, the experience is elevated with exclusive parties and DJs Cerrano & Cristone on May 29, 2026 and May […]

22.05.2026 12:08

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Cyprus urged to use investment funds as economic defence against external shocks

Cyprus must look beyond traditional ideas of resilience and treat investment funds as part of its wider economic defence, as regional instability, energy pressures and trade disruption move closer to home, according to Marios Charalambides, board member at the Cyprus Investments Fund Association and partner and board member at Grant Thornton Cyprus. Charalambides noted that, […]

22.05.2026 11:56

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Lidl Cyprus’ strategic commitment to quality through its campaign “If you know, you know”

With its long-standing commitment to offering high-quality products at its core, Lidl Cyprus is evolving its strategic communication by delving deeper into the “If you know, you know” campaign. Through this initiative, the company chooses to speak with absolute transparency about everything that happens “behind the shelves,” strengthening the bond of trust with the consuming […]

22.05.2026 11:56

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Invest Cyprus Strengthens Cyprus-India Investment Cooperation

On 21 May 2026, Invest Cyprus successfully organized a closed Investors’ Roundtable in Mumbai during the Official Visit of H.E. the President of the Republic of Cyprus, Mr. Nikos Christodoulides, to India, reaffirming Cyprus’ commitment to strengthening economic and investment relations with one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing economies. The roundtable brought together leading […]

22.05.2026 11:52

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Supreme court upholds €350 fine over unleashed dog

The supreme court on Friday upheld a €350 fine for a dog owner convicted of letting his dog roam off leash on a public road, fully rejecting his appeal. The case, stemming from a ruling by the Famagusta district court, centred on whether the owner had “allowed” the dog to roam free in violation of […]

22.05.2026 11:48

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Ban on election slogans ahead of Sunday’s vote

A ban on campaign materials and election-related public messaging for Saturday and Sunday, ahead of and during the parliamentary elections, was announced on Friday by the chief returning officer. He said under electoral law, the distribution of leaflets, display of banners, posting of signs and writing of election-related slogans will be prohibited on May 23 […]

22.05.2026 11:38

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Court halts solar park project in Yeri over environmental concerns

An administrative court ruling has halted construction of a 3.7-megawatt solar park within the Latsia-Yeri municipality after a permanent injunction was issued suspending the validity of the project’s building permit. The decision followed a legal challenge filed jointly by the municipality and four residents whose properties border the proposed development site. The permit had originally […]

22.05.2026 11:33

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Volt pitches ‘sweeping political reform’ before Sunday vote

Volt Cyprus ended its parliamentary election campaign in Nicosia on Thursday night with party leaders presenting the movement as a vehicle for political reform and institutional accountability ahead of Sunday’s vote. Speaking before candidates and supporters at the party’s headquarters, co-president Panos Parras said Volt had used the campaign period to present “documented proposals” aimed […]

22.05.2026 11:28

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President credits fiscal discipline for positive EU economic forecast

Cyprus is set to remain among the European Union’s fastest-growing economies in 2026, with unemployment expected to fall to a historic low, President Nikos Christodoulides said. Referring to the European Commission’s Spring Forecasts, Christodoulides said the first figures of the year were already supporting this outlook, with preliminary estimates showing 3 per cent growth in […]

22.05.2026 11:25

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Gesy clamps down on doctors abusing system

The Health Insurance Organisation (HIO) announced on Friday that new regulations governing replacements between Gesy personal doctors will come into force next month to curb abuses that allowed some GPs to effectively manage thousands of additional patients through substitute arrangements. The changes introduce limits on both the number of doctors a physician may replace simultaneously […]

22.05.2026 11:08

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India-Cyprus relations ‘have stood the test of time’

Relations between India and Cyprus “have stood the test of time”, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday as he welcomed Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides to his official residence, Hyderabad House in New Delhi. “The friendship between Cyprus is not only strong, it is future-facing as well. We respect the sovereignty and territorial integrity […]

22.05.2026 11:00

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Two arrested after almost 3kg cannabis found in Limassol

Two men, aged 25 and 26, were arrested in Limassol on Friday after an anti-drug operation led to the seizure of almost three kilos of cannabis. The operation was carried out by the drug squad Ykan following information that the suspects were hiding narcotics in various locations across the district. Officers placed the 25-year-old under […]

22.05.2026 10:55

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Maguire ‘gutted’ to be left out of England squad, Foden and Palmer also omitted

A “shocked” Harry Maguire has been omitted from Thomas Tuchel’s England World Cup squad which is set to be unveiled on Friday at Wembley Stadium, and British media reported that attacking midfielders Phil Foden and Cole Palmer have also been left out. Manchester United central defender Maguire has won 66 international caps and been a […]

22.05.2026 10:50

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Kıbrıs Famagusta Gazette

European Union finance ministers meeting in Cyprus

European Union finance ministers are meeting in the Cypriot capital for an informal ECOFIN gathering chaired by Cyprus Finance Minister Makis Keravnos, as part of Cyprus’ presidency of the Council of the European Union. The meeting will focus on the competitiveness of the EU. Ministers are expected to discuss actions needed at the European level […]

22.05.2026 10:45

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NASCAR champ Kyle Busch dies at 41 after severe illness

Kyle Busch, a two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion considered one of the best drivers of all time, died Thursday after a bout with a severe illness. He was 41. The Busch family, Richard Childress Racing and NASCAR confirmed his death hours after announcing that Busch had been hospitalized this week and would miss Sunday’s Coca-Cola […]

22.05.2026 10:43

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Three Eldyk soldiers have adenovirus, meningitis patient remains intubated

Four soldiers serving with the Greek forces in Cyprus (Eldyk) remained under medical supervision on Friday after a meningitis case at an Eldyk military camp led to hospitalisations and precautionary health measures within the base. Doctors at Nicosia general hospital confirmed that three soldiers initially admitted as suspected meningitis cases were later diagnosed with adenovirus […]

22.05.2026 10:40

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Island Oil wins silver for social leadership at ESG shipping awards

Limassol-based Island Oil (Holdings) Ltd has received the Silver Award in the Social Leader category at the ESG Shipping Awards International 2026, adding another Cyprus-linked distinction to a ceremony that brought together the global maritime industry in Athens.  The award, received by Dimitris Lemesianos during the ceremony hosted by ESG Shipping Awards in Athens, recognised the group’s work around people, wellbeing, inclusion and […]

22.05.2026 10:38

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Tensions rise as players cut media time at French Open amid prize money row

Tournament director Amelie Mauresmo said on Thursday she regretted the decision made by some players to limit their media obligations ahead of the French Open amid growing tensions over prize money and player influence at the Grand Slams. Several leading players are expected to restrict their appearances at Friday and Saturday’s traditional pre-tournament media days […]

22.05.2026 10:37

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Iran, US still divided over uranium and Strait of Hormuz, talks continue

Iran’s foreign minister met Pakistan’s interior minister on Friday to discuss proposals to end the U.S.-Israeli war, Iranian media reported, with Tehran and Washington still at odds over Tehran’s uranium stockpile and controls on the Strait of Hormuz. Two days after presenting the Iranians with the latest U.S. message in the negotiations, Syed Mohsin Naqvi […]

22.05.2026 10:34

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Prison guards strike over safety concerns and ‘militarisation’

Prison guards of the Isotita union began a 24-hour strike on Friday, protesting outside the justice ministry over what they describe as unsafe working conditions, union retaliation and the growing “militarisation” of the prison system. The strike comes amid escalating tensions between staff, prison management and the justice ministry, with the union demanding direct engagement […]

22.05.2026 10:27

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