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Cyprus upgrades Green Line surveillance with cameras and round-the-clock monitoring
Cyprus has finished installing high-definition cameras, sensors and 24-hour monitoring posts along the Green Line. The upgrade replaces barbed wire, meets EU ‘smart border’ standards and is designed to deter irregular crossings while facilitating legitimate movement. Businesses that rely on cross-line commuting should experience faster, more predictable checks.
EU Commissioner backs Mediterranean Pact on migration and border management during Cyprus visit
EU Commissioner Dubravka Šuica used a visit to Cyprus to endorse the new Mediterranean Pact, stressing EU support for projects that link migration management, security and economic connectivity. The pledge aligns with Cyprus’ goals during its EU Council Presidency and could bring new funding for smarter borders—good news for employers moving people and goods through the island.