EU sees window of opportunity for Cyprus

President Nikos Christodoulides received positive signals to his call for more direct EU involvement in Cyprus talks during his contacts in Brussels. Government sources said there was a positive response and that

Steep rise in meth use

Methamphetamine and cocaine use are on the rise in Cyprus, compared to previous years, says a European wastewater analysis report on drug use that included over 100 cities. According to the survey,

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A dovish shift from the Fed

By Craig Erlam   Equity markets in Europe opened a little lower on Thursday following a very mixed session in Asia and some heavy selling on the other side of the pond on

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Water reserves running low

Cyprus’ water reserves are dangerously low, as the island’s dams are currently recording one of the worst inflows for a decade despite recent storms. Since October, when the rainy season began, water

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Cyprus reinforces diplomatic presence

Cyprus’ diplomatic network abroad is being upgraded with the reopening and opening of four embassies in 2023. Foreign Ministry’s spokesperson Theodoros Gotsis, said Cyprus’ High Commission in Nairobi, Kenya, reopened in February.

February inflation reached 6.7%

Annual inflation in February rose by 6.7% as fuel prices continued their downward trend after hitting an all-time peak last summer. According to the Cyprus Statistical Service, the increase in the cost

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Consumers heading for Easter price jolt

Cypriots can expect an Easter shock as food prices rise, according to the latest survey by the Consumer Protection Service, while market stakeholders warn of further hikes. According to the Commerce Ministry’s

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