In 2023, more than 75 percent (195.7 million) of the EU’s 20 to 64-year-olds were employed, the highest share recorded since the start of the time series in 2009. This marks three consecutive years of growth after a drop to 72 percent in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Cyprus tourist arrivals reached 202.256 in March of this year compared to 184.263 in March 2023, recording an increase of 9,8 percent. For the period of January – March, arrivals of tourists totalled 415.251 compared to 393.893 in the corresponding period of 2023, recording an increase of 5,4 percent.

Cyprus Statistical Service (CYSTAT) announced the expansion of its presence in the world of social media with the launch of its official Instagram account (@cystat_cy). Based on its established presence on X and Facebook, CYSTAT is now reaching out to a broader audience of users through Instagram.

The Cyprus Statistical Service announced the publication of the bimonthly bulletin ‘Monthly Economic Indicators’ for the period January-February of this current year.

During 2023, guests spent 678.6 million nights in short-term rental accommodation in the EU booked via Airbnb, Booking, Expedia Group or TripAdvisor. This corresponds to a 13.8 percent increase compared with 2022 (596.5 million).

Based on the results of the Passengers Survey carried out by the Statistical Service, Cyprus revenue from tourism reached EUR45,2 million in January of this year compared to EUR45,6 million in the corresponding month of 2023, recording a decrease of 0,9 percent.

DP World welcomed the minister of transport, communications and works of the Republic of Cyprus, Alexis Vafeades and the shipping deputy minister to the president of the Republic of Cyprus, Marina Hadjimanolis, at its Dubai Headquarters on 25 and 26th of March 25-26.

The arrivals of tourists reached 125.034 this February compared to 119.081 in February 2023, recording an increase of five percent.

The traditional streets of Piale Pasha area in Larnaca have seen their local character given a new makeover via a slew of projects in recent years that have respectfully upgraded the area in-line with its traditional character, including two projects completed at the start of this year. 

March 14 marked the opening ceremony of Cyprus Airways Ticketing Office in Larnaca Airport, which enables Cyprus Airways to assist passengers directly and foster a relationship of trust and commitment among the airline and its target market.