European Commission Intensifies Initiatives for Sustainable Fisheries and Economic Growth in Croatia

Brussels: Commissioner for Fisheries and Oceans Costas Kadis has embarked on a three-day official visit to Croatia, with discussions focusing on sustainable fisheries, aquaculture, and EU funding projects. The visit, which is part of the European Commission’s broader efforts to enhance regional cooperation, includes meetings with Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic and Deputy Prime Minister … Read more

Cyprus Reaffirms Commitment to International Maritime Cooperation at IMO Assembly

London: The Shipping Deputy Minister of the Republic of Cyprus, Ms. Marina Hadjimanolis, addressed the Plenary of the 34th General Assembly of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) in London, representing Cyprus. In her speech, she reaffirmed Cyprus’ longstanding commitment to actively contributing to the IMO’s mission with all the members of the Organisation and to … Read more

Interior Minister Ioannou Engages in Strategic Talks in Sweden on Housing and Civil Defence

Stockholm: Interior Minister Konstantinos Ioannou will be visiting Stockholm on Thursday for separate meetings with the Minister of Infrastructure and Housing, Andreas Carlson, and the Minister and Deputy Minister of Civil Protection, Carl-Oskar Bohlin and Johan Berggren respectively. A press release by the Ministry says that Ioannou will visit Civil Defence facilities. According to Cyprus … Read more

Weak Low Pressure Brings Isolated Showers to Cyprus Sea Area

Nicosia: The Cyprus Department of Meteorology has issued a forecast for the sea area of Cyprus, detailing weather conditions expected from noon on November 26, 2025, until noon on November 27, 2025. The atmospheric pressure at the time of the forecast was recorded at 1019 hPa, indicating a weak low-pressure system affecting the region. This … Read more

Fitch Ratings Upgrades Bank of Cyprus IDR to ‘BBB’

Nicosia: Fitch Ratings has upgraded the Bank of Cyprus’ Long-Term Issuer Default Rating (IDR) to ‘BBB’ from ‘BBB-‘ and Viability Rating (VR) to ‘bbb’ from ‘bbb-‘. The Outlook on the Long-Term IDR is Stable. According to Cyprus News Agency, the credit agency stated that the upgrade reflects the improvement of the Cypriot operating environment score … Read more