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Cyprus debt seen near 50 per cent of GDP by end-2025, Keravnos says
Cyprus’ public debt is expected to fall close to 50 per cent of GDP by the end of 2025, well ahead of earlier targets that foresaw a drop below 60 per cent by end-2026, Finance Minister Makis Keravnos said on Wednesday after the council of...

China Pesticide Production Projects Industry Report 2025 Q4 2024 Pesticide Construction Project Analysis Into Current Market Conditions And Future Outlook
(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) In H1 2024, the pesticide industry faced continued decline, with slow market recovery and low prices. Analyzing Q4 2024 pesticide projects, this report provides insights into China's agrochemical landscape,...

Cyprus Seeds joins forces with Conception X on deep-tech entrepreneurship
Cyprus Seeds collaborated with Conception X, which runs the UK’s leading PhD deep-tech venture programme, turning researchers into startup founders. The collaboration was described as a milestone in Cyprus Seeds’ mission to bridge the gap between...

After record-breaking 2024, Cyprus eyes year-round tourism, says Pasyxe
Cyprus’ tourism industry set a new record in 2024, surpassing four million visitors for the first time while posting revenues of more than €3.2 billion. The record came despite geopolitical instability in the Middle East and economic pressures in...

Cyprus and Saudi Arabia move towards signing tourism MoU
Cyprus and Saudi Arabia will sign a memorandum of cooperation (MoU) in tourism “in the immediate future” following a teleconference this week between Deputy Minister of Tourism Costas Koumis and his Saudi counterpart princess Haifa Al Saud. Koumis...

Frederick University’s Engineering School to host CASE 2025 in Limassol
The School of Engineering of Frederick University will hold the international conference CASE 25 (Conference on Advancements in Sustainable Engineering), over September 11-12, 2025 at its campus in Limassol. CASE aspires to establish itself as a...

Cyprus Business Now: EuroBasket 2025, shipowners, hotels, tourism, sustainability
FIBA EuroBasket 2025 will be staged at Limassol’s Spyros Kyprianou Sports Centre from August 28 to September 4, marking Cyprus’ debut in the tournament. Deputy Minister of Tourism Costas Koumis said the event offered a “first-class opportunity” to...

Audifort reviews: Is this a real hearing loss and Tinnitus solution? Consumer feedback & side effects included
Audifort is a dietary supplement developed to support hearing health and provide a natural means of managing auditory challenges. Its formulation is intended to target common issues such as tinnitus, diminished hearing clarity, and age-related...

Scrubbers shift pollution from air to sea as Cyprus tightens rules
Shipowners are facing mounting scrutiny over scrubber technology, which while curbing sulphur oxides in the air, discharges harmful contaminants into the sea. Cyprus, like several other European countries, has already moved to restrict their use...

Cyprus economic sentiment hits year-low in August
Economic sentiment in Cyprus dipped significantly this month, reflecting weaker business confidence in the services and construction sectors, according to the latest survey by the University of Cyprus published on Tuesday. The Economics Research...

Walmart Adds Next-Day Shipping in Key Cities
[Stay on top of transportation news: Get TTNews in your inbox.] Walmart Inc. is speeding up delivery times for some marketplace orders, reflecting the big-box retailer’s intensifying competition with Amazon.com Inc. for online spending. The...

Cyprus Ranks Last in EU for Sustainable Development Solutions
NIKOSIA – Cyprus finished at the bottom of 27 European Union member states, and 56th globally out of 167 counties in the latest Sustainable Development Report (SDR), released by the Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN). T The report...

Walmart adds next-day shipping for third-party orders in key cities
Walmart Inc. is speeding up delivery times for some marketplace orders, reflecting the big-box retailer’s intensifying competition with Amazon.com Inc. for online spending. The company’s fulfillment service, which stores and ships products for...

Cyprus Business Now: schengen, expat entrepreneurs, BoC, shipping
Cyprus’ accession to the Schengen Zone is of “key importance,” the association of large investment projects said, arguing that it could strengthen the country’s image as a safe and stable investment hub, improve the business climate and attract...

Federation of Cypriot American Organizations Announces Sept. 26 Dinner Honorees
NEW YORK – The Federation of Cypriot American Organizations (FCAO) will hold its annual Testimonial Dinner 2025 on Friday, September 26, at 6:00 PM at Terrace on the Park in Queens. At the event, two distinguished personalities of Cypriot descent...

Greek Shipping Dominates Global Fleet Amid Growth
Greek shipowners continue to assert their dominance in the maritime industry, controlling 21% of the world’s merchant fleet with a total of 5,520 vessels. This impressive fleet has expanded by 50% over the last decade, showcasing the sector’s...

Lidl Cyprus is committed to combating food waste by raising awareness among the general public with the aim of a better tomorrow
With full awareness and responsibility towards society and the environment, Lidl Cyprus is implementing the “Our Strength” campaign with respect for food and the aim of raising awareness about responsible consumption. Lidl Cyprus fully understands...

EuroBasket 2025 seen as a chance to promote Cyprus, says Koumis
FIBA EuroBasket 2025 will be staged at Limassol’s Spyros Kyprianou Sports Centre from August 28 to September 4, marking Cyprus’ debut in the tournament. Deputy Minister of Tourism Costas Koumis said the event offered a “first-class opportunity” to...

Sustainable goals setback leaves Cyprus last in EU
Cyprus has ranked bottom among EU member states in the latest Sustainable Development Report (SDR), released by the Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN). The island placed 56th globally out of 167 countries, with a score of 73.8, up...

Airbnb rentals and all-inclusive trend squeeze Cyprus leisure centres
Cyprus leisure centres enjoyed strong business during the August 15 holiday, but industry leaders warned that all-inclusive packages and the rapid growth of Airbnb rentals are putting increasing pressure on restaurants, bars and other venues....