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Cyprus , ‘at its limit’ with migrant flows, discontent with Lebanon

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Cyprus , ‘at its limit’ with migrant flows, discontent with Lebanon

Cyprus is deeply concerned about the increasing arrival of Syrian migrants, with five boats carrying 400 individuals arriving in the last 24 hours. President Nikos Christodoulides expressed discontent with Lebanese authorities for exporting migrants to Cyprus. The EU is urged to support Cyprus in addressing the migration issue. The government is implementing measures to tackle the influx, but the strain on resources is unsustainable. The majority of migrants arriving are from Syria, with a record number of arrivals in the first three months of 2024.

AKEL urges president to convene national council

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AKEL urges president to convene national council

AKEL is calling for the President of the Republic to convene a National Council to inform political forces about proposals from the UN Secretary-General that have been accepted by Nikos Christodoulides. The President hopes these proposals will also be accepted by the Turkish Cypriot leadership in a meeting on April 5. AKEL emphasizes the importance of the National Council for discussions on the Cyprus issue.

Cyprus estate agents say rent control hinders investments , — law “traps property owners”

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Cyprus estate agents say rent control hinders investments , — law “traps property owners”

Fact: Rent control in Cyprus, established in 1983, is seen as an obstacle that stifles development and investment opportunities in the local property market.

Akel calls for National Council meeting

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Akel calls for National Council meeting

Akel called on President Nikos Christodoulides to convene a National Council meeting and brief political parties on the UN Secretary-General’s proposals for the Cyprus problem, which Christodoulides has already accepted.

Three migrant boats carrying 150 people escorted to Ayia Napa Marina

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Three migrant boats carrying 150 people escorted to Ayia Napa Marina

Three migrant boats carrying around 150 people arrived in Cyprus, believed to have started their journey from Lebanon. Authorities escorted them to Ayia Napa Marina and then to the Pournara Reception Centre in Kokkinotrimithia. This is the second incident in two days, with a total of 271 migrants arriving on five boats. Four Syrian nationals were arrested as boat pilots. The National Security Council will hold an emergency meeting tomorrow to address the migration issue.

Bank of Cyprus: maintaining a leading role in the environmental, social and governance pillars

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Bank of Cyprus: maintaining a leading role in the environmental, social and governance pillars

Bank of Cyprus is focusing its efforts on fighting climate change, which is the biggest challenge that humanity faces.

Christodoulides hopes for Tatar, ’s positive response to UN

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Christodoulides hopes for Tatar, ’s positive response to UN

President Nikos Christodoulides hopes that Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar will respond positively to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres’ proposals on the Cyprus problem.

How businesses are turning ESG into a competitive advantage

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How businesses are turning ESG into a competitive advantage

Businesses have the power and responsibility to tackle big issues like climate change, inequality, and social injustice.