Nicosia: Cyprus is the only country in the EU that has managed to bring inflation down to zero, and this constitutes a favourable juncture for the conclusion of the social dialogue on the Cost-of-Living Allowance (CoLA) in an agreement, Minister of Finance, Makis Keravnos, said on Friday, urging all relevant
Gaza: In a speech to the European Parliament, High Representative and Vice-President Kaja Kallas emphasized the pressing humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the challenges in achieving a united European response. Unlike the situation in Ukraine, the crisis in Gaza has exposed divisions within Europe, despite its significant role as the
Brussels: The European Parliament has reinforced its commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty and EU aspirations amidst ongoing tensions with Russia. A report by the Foreign Affairs Committee, adopted with significant majority, underscores the importance of Ukraine maintaining momentum in implementing EU-related reforms and highlights the EU’s dedication to a just and
Strasbourg: Cypriot Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) have openly criticized the European Commission for its lack of response to Cyprus’s needs during the recent devastating wildfire in Limassol. The fire claimed the lives of two citizens and ravaged hundreds of thousands of acres. The criticism came during a debate
Nicosia: The main objective of the Government is to ensure sufficient and affordable electricity for our citizens and businesses, thus providing practical support to our society, especially at a time of major geopolitical upheavals and challenges, said the President of the Republic, Nikos Christodoulides, in his speech at the annual
Strasbourg: The European Commission has approved the allocation of £1,181,503,924 from the £150 billion SAFE fund for Cyprus. The decision was made during a meeting of the College of Commissioners in Strasbourg on Tuesday afternoon. According to Cyprus News Agency, this financial assistance is part of the Security Action for
