AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoEnergy & Infrastructure: Cyprus says it was caught off guard by Meridiam taking a 66% majority stake in the Great Sea Interconnector (GSI) deal signed in Athens without Cypriot representation, with Nicosia still waiting on key steps like NAVTEX, seabed surveys and an EIB viability check. Shipping & Tourism: The Cyprus–Greece passenger ferry is secured through 2027, but subsidy support for 2028 is up for a decision next year as operators warn the route is hard to sustain outside peak summer demand. Water & Environment: Cyprus is among the few EU countries using DNA-based monitoring for routine water checks, applying environmental DNA to track phytoplankton in rivers and coastal waters. Agri-Biosecurity: Cyprus has brought in Israeli predatory lady beetles to curb the invasive insect damaging prickly pear (papoutsosyka), targeting plantations hit by an estimated 20–30% loss. Local Industry & Community: Akrotiri residents protested planned British bases antenna expansion over environmental and health concerns, citing Ramsar and Natura 2000 protections. Retail Finance: Retail brokers are rebranding and shifting beyond forex/CFDs toward broader platforms spanning crypto, equities and payments, reflecting changing client demand.
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