Cyprus-Turkey Talks: President Nikos Christodoulides says he will request a meeting with Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhurman next week, aiming to keep UN-facilitated discussions moving on confidence-building, methodology and substance. Cost of Living: Christodoulides told reporters the government has spent “more than a billion euros” to cushion fuel-driven price pressures, pointing to a €70m package and repeated excise-duty reductions. EU Pay Rules: Cyprus still hasn’t fully transposed the EU pay transparency directive after Parliament was dissolved in April, leaving employers and workers in limbo on timelines. Local Government Funding: The Union of Municipalities welcomed an interior ministry amendment that would replace the fixed €117m grant with a formula linked to state spending ceilings, seeking more stable funding. Health Regulation: The Pancyprian Medical Association pushes for tougher penalties against unqualified “fake doctors” and unlicensed alternative-therapy centres after recent Larnaca cases. Energy Prices: Oil above $100 a barrel is again raising expectations of higher fuel and electricity costs, with parties criticising the adequacy of last week’s support measures. Municipal Infrastructure: Larnaca EOA signed a €7.95m contract for the fourth phase of sewage works, including collection, treatment and treated-water reuse. Search & Accountability: Another body was recovered near Kyrenia as the ferry disaster search continues; authorities also continue scrutiny of earlier repairs and compliance. International Spotlight: Britain’s Cyprus-based forces will join a Lebanon-focused Pegasus Cedar 2026 exercise, with Cyprus listed among observers. Innovation & Investment: Invest Cyprus urged closer Cyprus-Greece innovation and investment links at a BiG Innovation Forum, highlighting medtech and pharma.