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CJEU Diarra Ruling on FIFA’s Transfer Regulations: Implications for international football and Cypriot clubs
Introduction In October 2024, the Court of Justice of the European Union (the CJEU) issued a ground-breaking judgment regarding FIFA’s Regulations on the Status and Transfer of Players (the RSTP). This ruling is perhaps the - Read More...
Harris Kyriakides advises Petrolina on its acquisition of ExxonMobil Cyprus
Harris Kyriakides advised Petrolina (Holdings) Public Ltd on its landmark acquisition of 100% of the share capital of ExxonMobil Cyprus Limited, a subsidiary of Exxon Mobil Corporation. The transaction remains subject to the approval of - Read More...
EU seeks to ban “forever chemicals” in consumer products
The European Commission’s new initiative to phase out “forever chemicals” from consumer products marks a significant shift in the European market, impacting industries across various sectors. Background “Forever chemicals”, formally known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl - Read More...
New developments in European state aid for aviation and the impact on Cyprus
The European aviation sector is undergoing significant regulatory scrutiny, particularly concerning state aid provided to airlines and airport operators. Recent decision by the European Commission has brought to light the complexities that EU member states - Read More...
FIFA publishes the first International Player Transfer Guide
FIFA has released its first-ever International Player Transfer Guide, aimed at providing stakeholders with a comprehensive understanding of the player transfer process. This initiative forms part of FIFA’s ongoing commitment to reforming the transfer system, - Read More...
Impact of EU sanctions on commercial contracts governed by Cyprus law
Cyprus legislation incorporates the sanctions regime promulgated by the United Nations and the European Union through the Law on the Implementation of Provisions of Resolutions or Decisions of the Security Council of the United Nations - Read More...
The 95th EJN (in Civil and Commercial Matters) Meeting in Brussels
Nicolas Kyriakides served as one of the representatives for Cyprus, recently took part in the 95th meeting of the European Judicial Network (EJN) held in Brussels. The meeting particularly delved into EU procedures concerning the - Read More...
CAS & Football Annual Report 2023
FIFA has issued the CAS & Football Annual Report 2023, a detailed overview of the CAS appeals against FIFA decisions as well as of other important issues related to CAS for the period between 1 - Read More...
Navigating trademark rights of Cyprus businesses in multiple jurisdictions
In a globalised marketplace, Cyprus businesses aiming to expand operations across borders require a comprehensive approach to safeguard Cyprus trademarks and intellectual property rights in multiple jurisdictions. Simply put, the protection offered to intellectual property - Read More...
FIFA decides streamlined enforcement of Settlement Agreements in financial disputes
FIFA Circular No. 1867 signifies significant amendments aimed at bolstering the enforcement of settlement agreements in financial disputes. These changes primarily seek to empower the FIFA Disciplinary Committee in effectively upholding these agreements, ensuring enhanced - Read More...
FIFA issues third edition of the Commentary on the Regulations on the Status and Transfer of Players (RSTP)
FIFA has today published the third edition of the Commentary on the Regulations on the Status and Transfer of Players (RSTP), only two years after the previous edition.
Harris Kyriakides is appointed as the legal representative of the Cyprus Ski Federation
We are honoured to announce our recent appointment as the legal representatives of the Cyprus Ski Federation (CSF).