AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoECB Watch: Central Bank of Cyprus governor Christodoulos Patsalides says a June ECB rate hike is increasingly likely, driven by higher oil prices and geopolitical uncertainty—though he insists it’s not necessarily the start of a long tightening cycle. Energy & Infrastructure: Cyprus and Greece have asked the EIB for support for the Great Sea Interconnector, but updated work may not finish before end-2026, keeping electricity-price hopes on hold. Health & Industry: EU lawmakers broadly welcomed the Critical Medicines Act deal reached under the Cyprus Presidency as a milestone to strengthen supply chains and reduce medicine shortages. Environment & Safety: Cyprus approved a national plan to curb wildlife poisoning, while firefighters announce a 48-hour strike over wildfire-operation agreements. Local Economy: Halloumi rules are set to change again as the milk requirement drops from 25% to 15% amid foot-and-mouth pressure. Culture & Politics: Cyprus’ Eurovision week continues amid boycotts over Israel’s participation, while a Cyprus-shot Hong Kong film heads to Cannes.
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