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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...
Who’s Who Legal Government 2024
We are pleased to announce that Who’s Who Legal has recognised as a leading practitioner in Government matters in its 2024 edition of WWL: Government.
Guidance from the Cyprus Court of Appeal on interim injunctions involving fraud allegations
A recent ruling by the Cyprus Court of Appeal provides key insights into the standards required for granting such injunctions, especially where fraud and conspiracy are alleged.
Insider Magazine – Green Transition
Harris Kyriakides is featured in the latest issue of Insider Magazine, discussing the multifaceted legal aspects of the green transition in Cyprus and the EU, including a wide range of regulations, compliance mechanisms, and incentives.
Parliamentary Committee advances constitutional amendments for environmental rights
On 10 July 2024, the Parliamentary Committee on Legal Affairs, Justice, and Public Order convened to discuss significant legislative proposals aimed at amending the Constitution of the Republic of Cyprus.
Adoption of the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive
On 24 May 2024, the Council of the European Union (the EU) formally adopted the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (the Directive) as part of the EU Green Deal. This Directive represents a significant advancement - Read More...
Who’s Who Legal Energy 2024
Who’s Who Legal has recognised Eleni Neoptolemou as a leading practitioner in its Energy 2024 guide.
Implementation of the “Pay-As-You-Throw” Scheme in Cyprus by Local Authorities in line with the Polluter Pays principle
In line with the Polluter Pays principle, local authorities in Cyprus have established the “Pay-As-You-Throw” scheme to enhance waste management practices. This initiative follows the Waste (Municipal Waste Management) Regulations 2022, which were adopted to - Read More...
Injunctions suspending demands on performance bonds and bank guarantees
Performance bonds and bank guarantees are vital in ensuring smooth commercial operations. They act as safeguards for parties engaged in business, particularly in industries like construction and contracting. These bonds assure that obligations will be - Read More...
EU Council adopts conclusions on the Commission’s annual report on the application of the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights
The significance of effective legal protection and access to justice is underscored in the EU Council’s conclusions, vital for upholding and enforcing the rights enshrined in both the Charter and EU legislation.
Navigating the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive: Implications for Cyprus Companies
On April 21, 2021, the EU Commission announced the adoption of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (the CSRD) in line with the commitment made under the European Green Deal. The CSRD will amend the existing - Read More...
TJENI Project: Advancements in Legal Transparency
The Greek Ministry of Justice is leading a digital transformation initiative under the TJENI (Foster Transparency of Judicial Decisions and Enhancing the National Implementation of the ECHR) project, aimed at modernising legal processes and bolstering - Read More...