AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoEU Deforestation Rules Support: Cyprus’ Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve) is hosting a May 27 webinar (15:00–17:00) to help SMEs and start-ups get practical on the EU’s deforestation regulation—how it affects international expansion, supply-chain choices, and risk planning. Wildlife Protection: Cyprus has approved a national action plan to curb poisoned bait in rural areas, aiming to protect griffon vultures and other wildlife with better reporting, tougher enforcement, and public awareness. Energy Pressure: EU energy officials say there’s no immediate jet-fuel shortage, but long-term risk remains tied to the Iran conflict and the Strait of Hormuz—while Cyprus’ central banker warns another ECB rate move in June is possible. Power Cable Progress: The Greece-Cyprus interconnector push continues, with a fresh push for EIB support, but timelines still look tight. Local Nature & Weather: Native-plant guidance is being promoted in Lafayette (as a model for lower maintenance and better stormwater absorption), while Cyprus faces warm, partly cloudy conditions with isolated mountain showers.
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