Brussels: The European Commission on Tuesday highlighted the strategic significance of the Great Sea Interconnector (GSI) project, a common European interest initiative aimed at linking the electricity networks of Greece and Cyprus through an undersea cable. The project has been deemed crucial for enhancing energy policy and infrastructure within the
Nicosia: Trade unions have announced a general strike set for September 11 after negotiations over the Cost of Living Allowance (CoLA) reached an impasse. The decision was made during an all-union meeting on Monday, where it was agreed to initiate a three-hour work stoppage from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Nicosia: The GDP growth rate in real terms (seasonally adjusted) during the second quarter of 2025 is positive and it is estimated at 3.3% over the corresponding quarter of 2024, according to data published on Monday by the Statistical Service. According to Cyprus News Agency, the positive growth rate is
Nicosia: The town of Aradippou is set to welcome a new technical school focused on green jobs, a significant initiative aimed at enhancing vocational training for young individuals in sustainable development sectors. This development was announced by the Directorate of General Growth of the Ministry of Finance. According to Cyprus
Nicosia: Unemployment in Cyprus stood at 5%, according to seasonally adjusted data from Eurostat published on Monday. The unemployment rate in Cyprus increased compared with the previous July, when it stood at 4.7%. The rate corresponds to 27,000 unemployed persons, according to Eurostat figures. According to Cyprus News Agency, among
Nicosia: One in three women in Europe has suffered some form of violence, and one in five women has turned to social or other organizations for support, while only one in eight women reported the incident to the police, Minister of Justice and Public Order, Marios Hartsiotis, announced Monday. According
