High-profile ‘Golden Passport’ corruption trial adjourned again, new date set for July
38 flights scrubbed as Larnaca feels impact of wider Middle-East conflict
Major European and Gulf carriers resume services, restoring Cyprus’ air network
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Travel agents move to calm nerves, insist Cyprus remains ‘safe and connected’
Cyprus’ travel-agency federation urged companies and tourists not to overreact to regional headlines, noting that more than 130 flights operated on 9 March and that security advisories from major EU governments rate the island low-risk. The statement aims to protect a tourism rebound and reassure employers moving staff in and out of Cyprus’ growing tech and shipping hubs.
Cyprus publishes Foreign-Direct-Investment screening rules ahead of April go-live
On 9 March Cyprus published guidance for its new FDI screening law, which takes effect on 2 April 2026 and will require prior approval for non-EU investors buying sensitive assets. While aimed at national security, the regime will directly affect relocation timelines because work-permit and residence applications for foreign managers cannot proceed until clearance is granted.
Larnaca Cancels 39 Middle-East Flights While Paphos Operates Normally
On 8 March, 39 Middle East-bound or originating flights were cancelled at Larnaca, while Paphos Airport operated a full schedule. The divergence underscores how airlines are ring-fencing exposure to the Iran conflict, forcing mobility managers to reroute travellers and freight via Paphos or short-notice charters.
Tourism Chief Insists Cyprus ‘Remains Safe’ Despite Regional War and Booking Dip
Deputy Tourism Minister Costas Koumis told journalists on 8 March that Cyprus is still a safe and functioning tourist destination, even as the Iran conflict dents advance bookings. While visitor arrivals for a major marathon demonstrate resilience, the sector is bracing for possible schedule cuts and is lobbying for state support.