Invest Cyprus recently spotlighted Cyprus’ potential as a major business hub at the prestigious Island Conference and Reflect Festival held in Limassol, both of which took place on May 30-31, with the agency outlining its actions in an announcement released this week. Reflect Festival attracted a vibrant mix of digital marketers, startup enthusiasts, potential investors, … Read more
The Cyprus Research and Innovation Foundation (RIF) supports startups and scaleups that have introduced innovative products and services, secured funding from business angels and venture capital firms, and expanded their reach internationally.
Reflect Festival, Cyprus’ flagship tech and startup festival, returned to Limassol and welcomed 9,000 entrepreneurs, investors, and tech enthusiasts in a new venue. The event marked the biggest conference ever organized in Cyprus and the most international year of Reflect so far. Attendees from 70 countries participated, including 1,500 companies and 130 governmental representatives from 20 countries. The festival featured over 150 companies in the expo, with activities like holograms, augmented reality garments, and contests. The event also included parties, sports events, and side activities around Limassol. Reflect Festival announced the launch of The Doers Company as an umbrella organization behind the event and future activities.
The Cyprus Contemporary Dance Festival is back with seven unique performances at the Rialto Theatre and Nicosia Municipal Theatre. Italy’s performances include “AMAE” exploring co-dependency in relationships and “Save the Last Dance for Me” reviving the Polka Chinata dance tradition. Ticket prices are €8, with free admission for students, soldiers, pensioners, and professional dancers. Free transportation is available from Nicosia to Limassol for certain performances.
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The 27th edition of the Cultural Festival of the University of Cyprus is taking place at Axiothea Mansion in old Nicosia from June to July. The festival will feature performances by local and international artists from various countries, including Cyprus, Bulgaria, England, France, Germany, Greece, Iran, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, Spain, and Portugal. The festival will include recitals, dance performances, literature and poetry evenings, theatre productions, and more.
Germany and Europe are preparing for two significant events: the European Parliament elections and the UEFA EURO 2024 football tournament in Germany. The German Ambassador to Cyprus expressed concern about the rise of right-wing parties in the elections and emphasized Germany’s support for a solution to the Cyprus issue based on UN resolutions. Germany aims to host EURO 2024 as a symbol of cohesion in Europe, promoting sustainability, diversity, and inclusion. Germany also advocates for a strong and united EU, despite facing challenges like Putin’s war in Ukraine. The 2004 enlargement of the EU serves as a lesson on the importance of unity and speaking with one voice in foreign policy. Germany’s proposals for EU decision-making reform aim to ensure the Union remains capable of action. Germany is committed to supporting Cyprus in finding a comprehensive solution to the Cyprus issue, emphasizing the importance of confidence-building between Greek-Cypriot and Turkish-Cypriot communities.
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The play “The Only Thing You Need to Know About Derrida” is a theatrical performance written in response to crimes against foreign women in Cyprus. It aims to serve as an x-ray of modern social reality in Cyprus and is set in the red lake of the mines in Sia. The performance includes Filipino amateurs speaking in their native language and will be presented at the Cyprus International Theatre Festival from June 14-16, with additional performances until June 30.
The Light Works Festival 2024 will take place in Larnaca on June 8 and 9 at the Tree of Life Centre. The festival will feature workshops, classes, and activities focused on wellness, including yoga, qigong, emotional resilience, drumming, tarot readings, and craft workshops for children. Additional events and updates can be found on the festival’s Facebook event page.