A total of 22.190 new residence permits have been issued in 2021 (16.910 in 2020), of which some 3.432 to Russians, 2.929 to Syrians, 2.744 to Indians, 2.628 to Nepalese, 1.784 to Filipinos, 1.496 to Sri Lankan nationals and and 1.133 to Ukrainians

MPs are preparing to vote on amendments to the pension reform law that appear to weaken its original provisions with more exemptions, including for state officials; revised proposal sparked criticism and doubts on wether a real reform is still possible

Rules regarding swimming pools serving multiple households have been relaxed: a special category clearly differentiates obligations of pools 'for private use serving up to five residential units', recreational/competition pools and hotel/resort pools

The ‘Youth Declaration: A Declaration of Unity. Empowering Youth Voices in Cyprus' has been published by the Youth Council and 24 civil society organisations; it outlines a common vision and asks to have a say in decision-making and efforts to build peace