Over the objections of the auditor-general and environmental groups, it was reported on Monday that the government is going ahead with the tenders’ process for the construction of fish farms in the area of Pentakomo.The €34 million project is being run by the Department of Fisheries and Marine Research. Both the auditor-general as well as … Read more
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 illegal construction of a church in the Natura 2000 Network in Cape Greco, despite the reaction of relevant government departments, shows that the violation of environmental legislation is deeply rooted in corruption.
A study in a small EU member state proposes reducing car use by 13.45% by 2040 through urban tolls and low-emission zones, sparking reactions and ultimately rejected by the Ministry of Transport. The country aims to increase public transport trips to 17% and decrease car use by 14%. Comparisons are made to other EU countries like Denmark and the Netherlands, which have successfully reduced car use through infrastructure improvements. The country is seen as lagging behind in implementing sustainable transport measures.
The need for civil society organizations to act as environmental watchdogs remains urgent, as recent revelations have shown violations of environmental conditions in the Akamas area. The scandal involved roadworks that ignored environmental conditions, and the Forestry Department was supposed to oversee the project. The Water Development Department had warned about violations a year before environmental NGOs raised the alarm. Additionally, efforts are being made to protect Griffon vultures from extinction, with poison baits and power line collisions being major threats. Despite efforts to persuade the Electricity Authority to make infrastructure safer, losses of vultures and eagles continue due to collisions and electrocutions.
The Environmental Impact Assessment for Cyprus’ National Strategic Land Transport Plan is open for public consultation until June 14, 2024. The plan aims to increase public transport usage to 17% and reduce car usage by 14%. The primary objective is to identify potential environmental impacts and propose measures to prevent or offset them. The plan includes increasing electric vehicle and hydrogen stations to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, as well as improving public transport with dedicated lanes and increased service frequencies. Measures like urban tolls and low-emission zones are proposed to discourage car use and reduce air pollution. The plan also includes incentives for sustainable transport modes and creating new job opportunities.
Akel strongly opposes the government’s decision to proceed with a tender for an environmental impact assessment and ecological study for a potential new quarry zone in the area of Androlikou, near Polis Chrysochous.
Fact: European Union Member States are in the process of implementing the global minimum tax in line with a directive unanimously agreed to at the end of 2022.
The Paphos Chamber of Commerce urged the government to speed up developments for the construction of a road linking Paphos airport to tourist areas, including the town centre.
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