June 9 elections enter final stage
705,357 registered voters in Cyprus will be able to choose from over 7,000 candidates in elections for members of the European Parliament and local administration.
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Federal Income Taxes Are Set To Skyrocket
The effective federal income tax rate for S Corporation shareholders and partners in a partnership could increase by 30% by December 31, 2025, due to the expiration of certain tax laws.
British newspaper claims 50 UK politicians demanded direct flights to north
A total of 50 British politicians have penned a letter to the UK Foreign Secretary urging him to allow direct flights between the United Kingdom and the north of Cyprus. The letter highlights that Ercan (Tymbou) airport abides by international aviation security standards and that the north is not a risk with no history of poor safety.
Confusion reigns in lead up to next month, ’s elections
There are more than 7,000 candidates running in the upcoming EU and local government elections in Cyprus. Voters will have to choose among 12 political party combinations and independent candidates. The ballot papers are printed in different colors to help voters differentiate between the various elections. Two communities did not have candidates, and others did not meet the required number of candidates for community council members, so a new date will be set for those elections.
Young Cypriots have no trust in political system
– Most young Cypriots who will not vote in the upcoming European elections say they have no trust in the political system.
– Cyprus has the lowest number of youths active in initiatives aimed at changing society, at 31 per cent.
– The proportion of respondents mentioning distrust in the political system in general as a reason for not voting is the highest in Cyprus (28 per cent).
– Not liking any political party or candidate is a reason for not voting for 24 per cent of respondents in Cyprus.
– 53 per cent of young people in Cyprus said they intended to vote.
– A large majority reported that the education system in their countries prepared them well for the challenges they face.
– 64 per cent of young Cypriots believe that the EU has an impact on their daily lives.
Another leading member quits Green Party
Efi Xanthou announced she has left the Green Party after a 23-year association due to actions she perceived as undemocratic, including a controversial decision made at a Nicosia district party branch meeting.
Solomon Islands chooses Jeremiah Manele as new prime minister
Jeremiah Manele was selected as the new Prime Minister of the Solomon Islands in a secret ballot, winning 31 votes. The election followed a national election that did not deliver a majority to any political party. Manele, who has pledged to continue the nation’s foreign policy favoring China, received support from the incumbent Prime Minister’s party. The election was closely watched by China, the U.S., and Australia due to its potential impact on regional security. Manele’s party won 15 seats and formed a coalition with two micro parties to gain majority support in the 50-seat parliament.
Cyprus to mark 20 years since joining EU
Cyprus will celebrate 20 years since being inducted into the EU with an event at the presidential palace. President Nikos Christodoulides and President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen will address the event, which will also be attended by other officials. Students will present their actions in the framework of the “School-Ambassador of the European Parliament” program, and there will be a photograph exhibition of the Press and Information Office from before and after Cyprus’s accession to the EU.
The stakes and challenges of the European Parliament elections – The battle for first place and seats
The battle for the lead between DISY and AKEL in the European elections is not just about impressions but also about substance. The outcome of the ballot on 9 June will have significant implications for the political landscape. Additionally, the result of the election is crucial for DIKO and its chairman, Nicolas Papadopoulos, who has a personal stake in maintaining the party’s numbers and his role as its regulator. ELAM’s performance remains unpredictable, while EDEK and DIPA are vying for the 5th place and hoping for any losses by larger parties to secure their presence in the European Parliament. The Ecologists are aiming for a strong showing, and the new party Volt is also a factor in this election. Furthermore, three Turkish Cypriots are standing as candidates for the first time, which could impact voter turnout.
UN Envoy Holguin back in Cyprus in May
Maria Angela Holguin, the United Nations Envoy, will return to Cyprus at the beginning of May. She will meet with President Nikos Christodoulides to discuss efforts to restart negotiations from where they were interrupted in Crans Montana in 2017. Ersin Tatar insists that her duties come to an end after six months since her appointment as UN Envoy.