AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 minutes agoKyrenia Ferry Disaster: Northern Cyprus says the death toll has reached 13 with 15 still missing after the Filo Jet capsized off Girne; one patient remains in hospital as search-and-rescue continues 24/7. EU Border Policy: President Christodoulides pushes for a political decision on Cyprus’ Schengen bid “as soon as possible,” arguing it could unlock tourism and investment. Minimum Wage & Pay Rules: A minimum wages bill is set to go to parliament by year-end, while salary transparency and equal-pay harmonisation are also moving through the government pipeline. Family Support: Child benefit is set to rise, extending support to 17,000 more families and 23,000 children, with higher income limits for larger households. Energy Interconnector Politics: Opposition and media pressure grows as the government stays quiet over concerns Cyprus may be shifting course on the power link to Europe via Greece. Defence & Procurement Row: An armoured presidential limousine purchase is still only a proposal, with officials saying procurement needs House finance committee consent. Party Leadership: EDEK elects Sofia Christodoulou Makri as leader, making her the youngest woman to head a political party in Cyprus. Regional Security: Cyprus’ defence minister sent condolences after two Greek pilots died in a fighter jet crash at an air show near Athens.
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