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Cyprus has youngest population in Europe

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Cyprus has youngest population in Europe

– Cyprus has the youngest population in the European Union.
– The median age of Cyprus’ population is 38.4 years old.
– The EU’s median age is 44.5 years old, with Italy having the oldest population at a median age of 48.4 years.
– Cyprus’ median age has increased by 2.2 years over the last decade.
– The EU’s median age has increased by 2.3 years in the same period.
– Except for Malta, Sweden, and Germany, all EU member states have seen an increase in median age over the last 10 years.
– The proportion of working-age people (aged 15-64) in Cyprus is the third lowest in the EU at 24.7%.
– Luxembourg and Ireland have lower proportions of working-age people than Cyprus, with 21.5% and 23.2% respectively.
– Portugal has the highest proportion of working-age people in the EU at 38%.

Cyprus has youngest population in Europe

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Cyprus has youngest population in Europe

– Cyprus has the youngest population in the European Union.
– The median age of Cyprus’ population is 38.4 years old.
– The EU’s median age is 44.5 years old.
– Italy has the oldest population in the EU with a median age of 48.4 years.
– Cyprus’ median age has increased by 2.2 years over the last decade.
– The EU’s median age has increased by 2.3 years in the last decade.
– The median age increased in all EU member states over the last 10 years, except for Malta and Sweden, where it decreased, and Germany, where it remained the same.
– The proportion of working-age people (15-64 years old) in Cyprus is the third lowest in the EU at 24.7%.
– Luxembourg and Ireland have lower proportions of working-age people than Cyprus, with 21.5% and 23.2%, respectively.
– Portugal has the highest proportion of working-age people in the EU at 38%.

Delor of "EEC-NATO…"

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Delor of "EEC-NATO..."

Jacques Delors, the former President of the European Commission, had the strategic goal of deepening cooperation among the existing members of the European Economic Community (EEC). He aimed to expand and strengthen this cooperation, as well as replace the German mark with a pan-European currency accepted by all. Delors believed that adopting a common currency required a framework of overall enforced fiscal and financial discipline. This framework was later established through the Maastricht criteria. Delors received support from various European leaders, including Chancellor Kohl of West Germany, Prime Minister Thatcher of the UK, and President Bush of the US. During his tenure, the EEC expanded with the accession of Spain, Portugal, Austria, Sweden, and Cyprus. It is noteworthy that Cyprus applied for membership and eventually joined the EU with the support of the AKEL party, despite previously criticizing the EEC as being the same as NATO.

Farmers, ’ anger spreads in Europe, governments promise help

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Farmers, ’ anger spreads in Europe, governments promise help

Farmers protested at the European Parliament in Brussels, demanding EU leaders address their concerns about taxes and rising costs. They threw eggs and stones, started fires, and set off fireworks. The protest included farmers from Italy, Spain, and other European countries and coincided with an EU summit. The farmers are also upset about green regulations and cheap imports. Protests were held in various European countries, including Portugal, Greece, and Germany, highlighting tensions over the EU’s climate change policies.

Spanish farmer Jose Maria Castilla, representing Asaja, criticized the European Commission’s regulations. French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal announced measures to support farmers, such as banning cheap imports of products using pesticides forbidden in Europe and ensuring clear labeling of imported food. The European Commission proposed limiting farm imports from Ukraine and relaxing some environmental rules.

The farmers’ crisis was not officially on the EU summit agenda, which focused on aid to Ukraine, but was expected to be discussed. Police used tear gas and water hoses against farmers trying to tear down barriers near the summit. Approximately 1,300 tractors blocked major roads in Brussels, and a statue was damaged. Protests also occurred in Portugal, France, and Greece, with slogans like “No farmers, no food, no future.” Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo and Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar expressed the need to address farmers’ grievances, with Varadkar opposing a trade deal with Mercosur. Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban met with farmers and emphasized the need for new leadership representing the people’s interests ahead of the European Parliament elections.

Tractors lay siege to Brussels – The Summit and the Commission's proposal

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Tractors lay siege to Brussels – The Summit and the Commission's proposal

Although the rural issue is not officially included in the agenda, it is certain that it will be discussed. European leaders are expected to meet in Brussels to discuss the revision of the Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) for the period 2021-2027, which includes vital macroeconomic financial assistance for Ukraine amounting to 50 billion euros. The European Commission has proposed measures to restrict imports of agricultural products from Ukraine and allow farmers to deviate from certain community rules for a year. The issue of rural mobilizations has been added to the agenda of the Summit, as hundreds of tractors are expected to flood Brussels and paralyze the European capital. Farmers from Spain, Italy, and Portugal have joined Belgian farmers in a large-scale demonstration in Brussels to protest against European policies, complex environmental regulations, unfair competition from abroad, and low incomes. The protests are expected to last at least until 5:00 pm and may continue the following day if their demands are not met. The police authorities of Brussels have warned of serious traffic problems and advised residents to avoid using cars and prefer the metro for transportation. The European leaders are also expected to discuss the urgent need to accelerate the delivery of ammunition and missiles to Ukraine.

International ring of performing 133 sham marriages in Cyprus dismantled – 15 people handcuffed

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International ring of performing 133 sham marriages in Cyprus dismantled - 15 people handcuffed

The fact described in the text is that a network involved in fake marriages has been dismantled by Europol, with the support of Cyprus, Latvia, Portugal, and Eurojust. 15 arrests have been made in Cyprus, Latvia, and Portugal. The network organized over 130 fake marriages in Cyprus to facilitate the illegal stay of third-country nationals in EU countries. The network is also involved in other illegal activities such as money laundering, conspiracy to commit crimes, facilitation of illegal entry, and trafficking. The operation was named "Operational Task Force Limassol" and was supported by Europol.

Portugal’s far-right Chega to seek government role to break election deadlock

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Portugal’s far-right Chega to seek government role to break election deadlock

Portugal’s far-right Chega party, led by Andre Ventura, has stated that it would demand to be part of a rightist coalition government in exchange for parliamentary support. Opinion polls suggest that a hung parliament is likely in the upcoming election, with the Socialists expected to win the most votes but right-wing parties projected to win more seats. Chega, currently in third place in the polls, wants to influence policies in areas such as justice, internal affairs, and agriculture in return for supporting a PSD-led government. The party’s demands may be difficult to accept, as the PSD leader has previously ruled out any agreement with Chega. However, Ventura draws inspiration from Italy, where centrist parties backed a coalition led by the hard-right Brothers of Italy. Chega supports the death penalty, chemical castration for repeat rapists, and has a strong stance against illegal immigration. The party has grown rapidly since its creation in 2019 and is expected to win more than 15% of the vote in the upcoming election. Far-left parties accuse Chega of fascism, xenophobia, and racism, but Ventura rejects these labels and believes his party addresses issues that interest people, such as immigration and corruption. The election was called after Socialist Prime Minister Antonio Costa resigned over an investigation into alleged illegalities in his government’s handling of investment projects.