29 h. ago Cyprus strengthens ties with UAE in AI and tech collaboration

Chief Scientist Demetris Skourides recently completed a high-level business visit to the United Arab Emirates, according to an announcement released on Thursday. The visit aimed to “reinforce Cyprus’ role as a forward-looking hub for artificial intelligence, deep technology, and innovation-led economic growth”. “The visit formed part of Cyprus’ broader strategy under Vision 2035 to foster […]

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53 h. ago Cyprus trade turnover rises 5.7 per cent to €19.34 billion in 2023

Cyprus’ trade sector recorded positive growth in 2023, according to the state statistical service’s wholesale and retail trade survey, the results of which were released on Wednesday. Turnover and employment both increased during the reporting period, although value added at current prices fell slightly due to declining fuel prices. The report showed that total turnover […]

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3 d. ago Pafos Airport Sees Steady Passenger Flow as Cyprus Experiences Growth in Passenger Traffic

Pafos Airport Sees Steady Passenger Flow as Cyprus Experiences Growth in Passenger Traffic  routesonline.com

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3 d. ago Larnaka Airport Boosts Air Travel Growth as Cyprus Sees Rising Demand Year

Larnaka Airport Boosts Air Travel Growth as Cyprus Sees Rising Demand Year-Round  routesonline.com

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4 d. ago Paytiko Accelerates EU Growth With Strategic Entry Into Cyprus

Paytiko Accelerates EU Growth With Strategic Entry Into Cyprus  Kalkine Media

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4 d. ago UK homebuilding returns to growth but commercial sector slumps

The downturn in Britain’s construction industry abated slightly in June as homebuilding returned to growth, but commercial building activity tumbled thanks to mounting worries about the economy, a survey has shown. The S&P Global UK Construction Purchasing Managers’ Index rose to 48.8 from 47.9 in May, a six-month high but still below the 50 threshold […]

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4 d. ago Now, European Tourism Holds Steady in Q2 2025: Malta Joins Cyprus, Latvia, Lithuania and Hungary In Leading the Growth

Now, European Tourism Holds Steady in Q2 2025: Malta Joins Cyprus, Latvia, Lithuania and Hungary In Leading the Growth  Travel And Tour World

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7 d. ago Reeves caught between weak growth, rising debt, and party revolt

After a year in office, Britain’s finance minister Rachel Reeves faces a reckoning over unmet promises of economic stability, with a stop-start economy and restive bond markets pointing to another tax-raising budget that she had hoped to avoid. Wednesday saw the biggest collapse in British government bond prices since the ill-fated 2022 economic agenda of […]

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7 d. ago Eurozone services return to growth but momentum remains weak

Growth in the eurozone’s dominant services industry resumed in June after a brief contraction in May, though the pace remained marginal as demand remained weak despite improving business confidence, a survey showed on Thursday. The HCOB Eurozone Services Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI), compiled by S&P Global, rose to 50.5 in June from 49.7 in May, […]

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8 d. ago Thalia programme channels €330m to boost SME growth in Cyprus

The Thalia 2021–2027 Cohesion Policy Programme is currently Cyprus’ most ambitious effort to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), with a total budget of €1.8 billion, including €969 million from the European Union and €842 million from the national government. So far, calls worth €330 million have been launched under the programme, offering grants to […]

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8 d. ago Cyprus house prices continue to rise in first quarter of 2025

The general house price index in Cyprus, which includes both houses and apartments, continued its upward trajectory on an annual basis during the first quarter of 2025, according to data published by the Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC). The increase came amid a slowdown in apartment price growth and a faster pace of increase in […]

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9 d. ago Secrental drives regional growth with AI innovation and rapid expansion

Founded in Cyprus in 2022, Secrental has rapidly emerged as a benchmark for innovation in the digital car-rental industry. By creating a transparent, intelligent ecosystem for car bookings, the platform empowers local car-rental companies to thrive in a highly competitive market. Secrental’s technology uses advanced artificial intelligence to optimise bookings, connect travellers directly with trusted […]

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1 week ago UK economic uncertainty ‘definitely’ hurting growth, says Bailey

Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey on Tuesday highlighted Britain’s softening labour market and said rising uncertainty in the global economy had “definitely” hurt economic growth and investment intentions. In an interview with CNBC, Bailey said a key question for the BoE was how much the weakening of the labour market and the economy would […]

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3 w. ago IMF calls for judicial and bureaucratic reform to sustain growth in Cyprus

By Dr Νicolas Kyriakides, Assistant Professor, Director of the Procedural Law Unit, University of Nicosia, President of the Reform Committee of the Cyprus Bar Association In its latest Article IV Consultation report on Cyprus, released on 13 May 2025, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) praised the country’s solid economic performance but strongly emphasised the urgent […]

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3 w. ago India, Cyprus To Align Growth Visions, Deepen Trade And Investment

India, Cyprus To Align Growth Visions, Deepen Trade And Investment  BW Businessworld

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3 w. ago Cyprus Positioned as a Leading Mediterranean Destination with Record

Cyprus Positioned as a Leading Mediterranean Destination with Record-Breaking Tourism Growth in May 2025 and Strong Prospects for the Year Ahead: New Update You Need To Know  Travel And Tour World

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3 w. ago India's gateway to Europe: PM Modi pitches India’s growth story in Cyprus; says economy will be world’s 3

India's gateway to Europe: PM Modi pitches India’s growth story in Cyprus; says economy will be world’s 3  Times of India

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3 w. ago Modi's Cyprus visit: PM sells India's growth story; talks focus on infra, fintech, and strategic trade

Modi's Cyprus visit: PM sells India's growth story; talks focus on infra, fintech, and strategic trade  ET Infra

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3 w. ago Modi Gives Push To Strategic Partnership Between India & Cyprus; Discusses Indias Economic Growth With

Modi Gives Push To Strategic Partnership Between India & Cyprus; Discusses Indias Economic Growth With  Free Press Journal

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4 w. ago President hails Cyprus’ maritime growth, invites ICS to Cyprus for 2026

President Nikos Christodoulides on Thursday praised Cyprus’ maritime sector during his address at the general assembly of the International Chamber of Shipping, which took place in Athens. “We are proud of the remarkable growth and ongoing success of our shipping sector, and we are working to expand it towards new horizons,” Christodoulides said. He added […]

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