Nicosia: The May Industrial Turnover Index recorded an increase by 5.4% on an annual basis. According to Cyprus News Agency, in May 2025, the Industrial Turnover Index reached 140.1 units (base 2021=100), marking a rise compared to May 2024. For the period from January to May 2025, the index showed
Geneva: The European Commission has commenced negotiations on the Global Plastics Treaty (INC-5.2) in Geneva, Switzerland, to address the critical issue of plastic pollution. The treaty negotiations aim to establish a comprehensive agreement that tackles the entire lifecycle of plastics, from production to disposal, and includes measures to phase out
Brussels: Applications for the European Commission’s Blue Book Traineeship Programme can be submitted by August 29, a Commission press release says. This scheme, established in 1960, allows around 1,000 people from all over the EU and beyond to gain five months of hands-on experience in EU policymaking and administration twice
Brussels: The European Commission launched on Tuesday a public consultation to assess the effectiveness of three pieces of EU legislation governing access to and the pricing of services at airports. Citizens, professionals, and experts alike are invited to give feedback on rules concerning airport charges, slot distribution, and ground handling
Geneva: Starting on August 5, the European Commission is participating in negotiations on the Global Plastics Treaty (INC-5.2) in Geneva, Switzerland, with the aim of reaching an effective agreement to address the pressing issue of plastic pollution. According to Cyprus News Agency, UN Environment Programme (UNEP) data from 2021 shows
Nicosia: Bank of Cyprus reported post-tax profits of £118 million for the second quarter of 2025, consistent with the previous quarter, bringing first-half net earnings to £235 million, a 13% decrease year-on-year. Despite the decline, the bank achieved a strong return on tangible equity (ROTE) of 18.4%, surpassing its 2025
