An informal five-party conference on the Cyprus issue will take place in Geneva on 17-18 March 2025, with official invitations extended by UN Secretary-General António Guterres. Cypriot President Nicos Christodoulides and Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis have confirmed their participation. The Cypriot government aims to achieve a positive outcome, focusing on the resumption of negotiations to address the long-standing Cyprus problem. Further details on the conference agenda will be announced in due course.
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Cyprus has returned to the ‘A’ investment category for the first time since 2011 after Moody’s raised its credit rating to A3. This upgrade reflects strong economic growth, improved fiscal metrics, and declining public debt.
An informal UN-hosted dinner in New York between Cypriot President Nicos Christodoulides and Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar aimed to revive peace talks but ended with little progress. Both sides remained divided on key issues like sovereign equality and security guarantees, though future discussions with guarantor powers were agreed upon.
The wheels are in motion for a significant upgrade to the Mari Naval Base in Cyprus, a project poised to reshape the region’s geopolitical landscape. Projected for completion in 2027 or 2028, the upgraded base will host warships from allied nations, including Greece, and bolster Cyprus’s role in regional security and humanitarian efforts. However, the project has drawn sharp criticism from Turkey, adding another layer of complexity to the already fraught Cyprus issue. As diplomatic efforts continue, the international community watches closely to see how this development will impact the ongoing negotiations for a lasting solution on the divided island.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis met with French President Emmanuel Macron and Cypriot President Nicos Christodoulides at the UN General Assembly to discuss the Gaza situation and the Great Sea Interconnector project. They also prepared for the upcoming MED9 summit. Mitsotakis will later pitch Greece’s economy to investment funds.
Cyprus will introduce voluntary military service for women in the National Guard starting in 2025, allowing them to serve between six to 14 months. Announced by President Nicos Christodoulides during the National Guard’s 60th anniversary, the initiative aims to modernize the force and promote gender equality. The decision has sparked public debate and aligns with international trends, as seen in countries like Norway and Israel.