Support floods in for Christodoula march
The Anti-Cancer Association received donations for its Christodoula march from state actors, political parties, and various organizations at Eleftheria Square.
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State pension fund reaching critical levels
The Fiscal Council has warned that state borrowing from the Social Insurance Fund has reached critical levels, with the government owing over €10 billion to the fund. This borrowing threatens public finances and could lead to pressure on the state budget. The Council suggests reducing the state’s debt to the fund and revising the investment policy to achieve higher returns. The study also recommends increasing the percentage of assets invested in non-government securities to diversify the portfolio.
Our View: Target date is needed for conclusion of Cyprob talks
Turkish Cypriot opposition politicians are against the open-ended peace process favored by President Nikos Christodoulides and support a two-state solution. There is no common ground for negotiations, and a target date for completion of talks is necessary for success. The UNSG’s envoy must find common ground urgently to prevent failure.
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.