AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoCyprus–India Push: President Nikos Christodoulides is in India for a high-level state visit, pitching Cyprus as a “gateway” for Indian firms into Europe and beyond, and announcing a Mumbai trade center due to open from September 1, 2026. Air Connectivity: Cyprus Airways has teamed up with flydubai, with Larnaca–Dubai links expected to expand from June and potentially run daily from September, making one-ticket connections easier for travellers. Schengen Momentum: Christodoulides says Cyprus is moving closer to Schengen entry, with a political decision expected in late 2026 or early 2027. Tourism Context: The deputy tourism minister says arrivals are down versus last year, but urges calm—2025 was an unusually strong base. Cost Pressure: The EU expects a Cyprus slowdown as the Middle East conflict drives a fresh energy shock and higher inflation. Local Business Boost: FOXVISITS launched an AI-first local SEO service for Cyprus service businesses, aiming to improve visibility in Google and AI answers.
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