AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoSchengen Push: President Nikos Christodoulides says Cyprus has completed the technical work for Schengen entry and wants the application discussed in December. Final political approval is still needed. EU Summit: In Brussels, he is calling for a balanced 2028–34 EU budget that protects cohesion and farm funding, and more flexibility to help households and businesses with high energy costs. Energy Projects: Eight bidders are interested in completing the stalled Vasiliko gas terminal, with a contract award targeted before summer 2027. Energy Minister Michael Damianos says a notice for Great Sea Interconnector seabed surveys is expected by month-end. Cyprus Talks: Christodoulides and Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhürman agreed to meet at the Pyla festival on Saturday. Christodoulides says 19 points remain on the table and a settlement must follow UN resolutions. Regional Role: Cyprus has offered to host an operations and training centre for a new EU mission in Lebanon, citing its location and CYCLOPS training facilities. Audit Oversight: Cyprus’ audit watchdog is examining allegations that Deloitte Cyprus helped conceal Roman Abramovich’s assets; the firm declined to comment on specifics.
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