cooperation

Our View: Symbolism vs. substance in refugee crisis

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Our View: Symbolism vs. substance in refugee crisis

President Nikos Christodoulides described Thursday’s visit to Lebanon with the President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen as a “historic day.” Von der Leyen announced a financial package of €1 billion over the next three years to strengthen Lebanon politically and economically, with a focus on controlling migration. The Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati urged the EU to come up with a “radical” solution for the Syrian refugee crisis in Lebanon. Despite the optimistic declarations, it is doubtful that the understanding reached would have the desired results.

Not a word for those who don’t cross for food or shopping?

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Not a word for those who don’t cross for food or shopping?

The European Commission marked the 20th anniversary of the Regulation for trade through the Green Line, which began in 2003. The author of the column finds the Commission’s reference to Greek and Turkish Cypriots crossing the Green Line for shopping and cultural visits insulting. The author emphasizes that the experience of crossing to the occupied territories is a profound and emotional one, far beyond just shopping or tourism. The European Commission’s lack of understanding and acknowledgment of the emotional significance of this event is criticized.

Tatar to travel to the Gambia

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Tatar to travel to the Gambia

Fact: Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar is traveling to the Gambia ahead of the 15th Islamic summit of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) to request support from member states to end the inhumane policies of isolation implemented by the Greek Cypriot leadership against the Turkish Cypriot people.

OECD upgrades global growth outlook as US outperforms

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OECD upgrades global growth outlook as US outperforms

The global economy is growing faster than expected, with the US activity being resilient and inflation converging quickly with central banks’ targets, according to the OECD.

‘Varosha should be free trade zone for both sides’

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‘Varosha should be free trade zone for both sides’

Fact: Serdar Denktash, son of late Turkish Cypriot leader Rauf Denktash, believes that Varosha should be transformed into a free trade zone and a common living area for both Greek Cypriots and Turkish Cypriots.

Learning to live together

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Learning to live together

The Hehe culture in China promotes harmonious coexistence among young and old, locals, and foreigners. In Cyprus, civic projects also aim to establish peace and cooperation, with initiatives like the Home for Cooperation bringing citizens from across the island’s divide together for culture, art, and education.

US lawmakers table bill to extend lifting of Cyprus arms embargo

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US lawmakers table bill to extend lifting of Cyprus arms embargo

Fact: A group of United States congressmen tabled a bill to extend the waiver renewal period for the country’s arms embargo on Cyprus from one year to five years.

Limassol protest: Detainees speak of police verbal and physical abuse

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Limassol protest: Detainees speak of police verbal and physical abuse

Ten individuals arrested at a Limassol demonstration speak of an unprovoked police attack, horrible detention conditions, and abuse by the police. They were arrested following scuffles between protesters and police officers demanding a fair investigation into the death of Bangladeshi immigrant Anisur Rahman. Protestors and lawyers dispute the police’s account, describing the clash as an “unprovoked attack” and accusing the police of abuse.

Cyprus celebrates 20 years in the EU

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Cyprus celebrates 20 years in the EU

President Nikos Christodoulides and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen planted an olive tree to honor Cyprus’ 20 years in the EU, lauding the accession as a diplomatic success.

Digital Taxation around the World

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Digital Taxation around the World

Digital Taxation around the World | Tax Foundation Skip to content taxA tax is a mandatory payment or charge collected by local, state, and national governments from individuals or businesses to cover the costs of general government services, goods, and activities. policies, a significant number of countries adopted unilateral tax measures targeted at digital businesses, … Read more