41 h. ago Cyprus is key regional partner, UK annual defence review says

Cyprus is key regional partner, UK annual defence review says  Philenews

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47 h. ago Our View: Are suggestions of producing ‘cutting edge military equipment’ anything other than fantasy?

When President Nikos Christodoulides first spoke about his government’s plans to develop Cyprus’ defence industry at the end of last year, many may have thought he was joking. He was not, as shortly afterwards he announced ‘six actions’ to boost the local defence industry. These included the participation of Cyprus companies in military equipment programmes […]

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54 h. ago Egypt, Cyprus conduct Joint Special Forces Exercise 'Ptolemy 2025'

Egypt, Cyprus conduct Joint Special Forces Exercise 'Ptolemy 2025' - Defence - Egypt  Ahram Online

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3 d. ago Cyprus defence industry sees rapid growth, generates €40 million annually

Cyprus’ defence industry has expanded significantly in recent years, growing from just a handful of companies to around 30, and now generates approximately €40 million in annual revenue, the House energy, commerce and industry committee heard on Tuesday. Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas described the industry as a matter of “emblematic importance” and reaffirmed that its […]

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1 week ago Larnaca hosts EU security and defence training with international guests

A five-day seminar on European Union security and defence policy started on Monday in Larnaca. Fifty officials from 12 countries are taking part, including EU member states, Jordan, and the United States. The event, called the “CSDP Orientation Course,” runs from May 26 to 30. It is organised by the Cyprus security and defence scademy […]

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2 w. ago Defence minister hails elite frogmen as guardians of national security

Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas on Monday praised Cyprus’ special forces as “symbols of discipline, resilience and hope”, during a graduation ceremony at the Evangelos Florakis Naval Base in Mari. Speaking at the awarding of diplomas and insignia to the graduates of the 85th School of Underwater Demolitions, Palmas said the ceremony marked the end of […]

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2 w. ago Cyprus MEPs caution EU for offering Turkey ‘privileges without obligations’

Cypriot MEPs on Saturday called on EU institutions to change their view that Turkey is seen as a strategic partner. They also highlighted the importance of Cyprus leveraging the opportunity created by the strengthening of European defence and security, from which Turkey seeks to benefit. These positions were expressed to the Cyprus News Agency following […]

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4 w. ago Turkey warns of action over drilling in disputed Block 5 waters

Any unauthorised drilling activity in Turkey’s ‘continental shelf’ off the southern coast of Cyprus will be immediately dealt with, sources at the Turkish defence ministry were reported as warning on Thursday. The Cyprus News Agency quoted sources at the country’s defence ministry as saying that part of offshore Block 5 of Cyprus’ exclusive economic zone […]

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