Christodoulides Outlines Mobility-Driven Middle-East Strategy for Cyprus’ EU Presidency
VIP Arrivals Flood Nicosia as EU-Presidency Opening Ceremony Strains Local Transport
Amsterdam–Paphos Flight Among Hundreds Canceled in Europe-Wide Disruption, Hitting Cypriot Travellers
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Cyprus takes the helm of the EU Council—Migration and Mobility top the six-month agenda
Cyprus began its EU Council presidency on 7 January 2026, vowing to prioritise migration governance, Schengen upgrades and talent-mobility schemes. Businesses should expect new policy proposals on digital nomad visas, faster posted-worker notifications and border-technology roll-outs—measures that could reshape assignment planning across Europe.
Nicosia imposes extensive road- and air-space restrictions for EU-presidency opening ceremony
Police closed key roads and banned drones in central Nicosia on 7 January to secure the EU-presidency launch, causing lengthy detours and parking shortages. The no-drone zone will last the full six months, creating a new compliance item for travellers and media crews.
Road closures near Larnaca Airport this weekend for Grand Road Prix could delay Sunday departures
Major road closures around Larnaca’s Finikoudes seafront on 10-11 January for a motorsport event will reduce access to Larnaca International Airport. Airlines are warning passengers to allow extra transfer time, and companies with tight flight or cargo schedules should plan contingencies.