In the absence of political solution in Cyprus, UN forces will remain in Cyprus for another six months, until 31st of July 2014. UN extended stay of armed forces in Cyprus to maintain buffer zone, undertake humanitarian activities and support the goodwill mission of Secretary General, Ban Ki-moon. The UN Security Council unanimously voted to approve the resolution and extended the mandate of UNFICYP for another six months. The Council also expressed its disappointment that the talks between South and North Cyprus still did not start and called upon politicians to move forward as soon as possible.
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Decline in the Northern Cyprus Real Estate Market: Challenges and Future Prospects
The real estate market in Northern Cyprus is experiencing a decline in activity: the number of new projects is decreasing, and some have been completely frozen. According to data obtained from reliable sources, several contractors are facing difficulties in paying employees' wages, leading to mass layoffs in the construction sector.TRNC Minister of Public Works and Transport Erhan Arıklı Responds to "Palestinization of Cyprus" Claims
The idea of the "Palestinization" of Cyprus (derived from the word "Palestine") is used in a propagandistic context, implying that the situation in Northern Cyprus is allegedly following the scenario of Palestine. This expression suggests that foreigners (in this case, Israelis) are massively purchasing land and real estate, which could lead to changes in the region's demographic composition and the weakening of the local population's position.FOREIGN WORKERS IN THE TRNC NOW REQUIRED TO KNOW TURKISH
A new "Vocational Training Cooperation Protocol" has been introduced in Northern Cyprus, jointly developed by the Ministry of Labor and Social Security and the Ministry of National Education. The protocol establishes new criteria for the qualifications, skills, and experience required of foreign workers entering the TRNC. One of the key changes is that foreign workers will now be required to present an A2-level Turkish language proficiency certificate.The TRNC Council of Ministers Approves Amendments to Residence Permit and Visa Regulations: What You Need to Know
On January 21, 2025, the Council of Ministers of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) approved significant amendments to the Regulation on Residence Permits and Visas. These changes will have a substantial impact on the process of obtaining and renewing residence permits for foreigners residing in Northern Cyprus.
