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UN Chief Presses for New Green-Line Crossing Points to Ease Everyday Mobility
The UN Secretary-General urged Greek- and Turkish-Cypriot authorities to open the new crossing points they agreed last year, warning that delays hinder the daily movement of workers, students and goods across the island’s Green Line. Faster, better-staffed checkpoints would cut commute times and reduce costs for businesses operating on both sides.
Cyprus breaks ground on €170 million expansion of Larnaca and Paphos airports
President Nikos Christodoulides launched a €170 million upgrade of Larnaca and Paphos airports on 7 July 2026. The privately financed works will boost annual capacity to 17.4 million passengers, add gates, baggage belts and faster security lanes, and expand cargo and commercial areas. For companies and travel managers, the larger terminals promise shorter queues, new airline routes and more reliable freight options—critical for Cyprus’ tourism-driven and export-oriented economy.
EU Parliament Passes Stronger Air-Passenger Rights; Cyprus Set to Benefit
Brussels has tightened EU flight-compensation rules and released €9.21 million in wildfire relief for Cyprus. Stronger passenger rights are critical for the island, which depends entirely on air links for business and tourism. Companies should update travel policies, while the government prepares an awareness campaign ahead of next year’s enforcement date.
Cyprus police join 59-country sting that nets 1,024 suspects in global human-trafficking bust
Cypriot law-enforcement agencies took part in "Global Chain," an international anti-trafficking operation that resulted in 1,024 arrests worldwide and 2,070 potential victims being identified. Cyprus carried out 17 raids and detected one immigration violation, reinforcing the island’s commitment to EU-led efforts against cross-border exploitation.
Schengen verdict imminent as Cyprus briefs NATO-summit delegations; US visa-waiver bid still on ice
Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos says the European Commission will examine Cyprus’ Schengen accession file this week, with an EU Council decision expected later this summer. While Schengen would scrap passport checks on Cyprus-EU flights, the island’s separate bid to join the US Visa Waiver Program remains stalled, requiring continued visa planning for business travellers.
Old-Style Cypriot ID Cards to Be Invalid for Intra-EU Travel after 3 August 2026
Cyprus has confirmed that legacy, non-biometric identity cards will cease to be valid for free travel inside the EU from 3 August 2026. Citizens and resident EU nationals must obtain the new chip-enabled card or use a passport; failure to do so could disrupt business trips and void travel-insurance claims.
UN chief presses Cypriot leaders to open new Green Line crossings without delay
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has urged Cypriot leaders to stop delaying the opening of additional Green Line crossing points, saying the move would tangibly improve daily life and trade while signalling real commitment to peace talks. Businesses on both sides of the divide are watching closely, as extra crossings could cut queues and logistics costs.
€170 Million Expansion of Larnaca and Paphos Airports Breaks Ground
Cyprus has launched Phase II works at Larnaca and Paphos airports, a €170 million private-sector project that will boost combined annual capacity to 17.4 million passengers by 2029. Business travellers can expect more e-gates, faster transfers and added office facilities, while airlines are advised of minor slot disruptions during construction.