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Cyprus updates legislation on recovery and resolution of credit institutions and investment firms
Introduction The Cyprus House of Representatives has approved two legislative amendments to align national laws with EU directives on the recovery and resolution of credit institutions and investment firms. These developments are part of a - 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...
Parliament has passed the new framework for credit managers and credit purchasers to align with European Directive 2021/2167
By a majority vote, Parliament has enacted a legislative package to align national law with European Directive 2021/2167, which establishes a unified framework for credit servicers and purchasers. The legislation aims to facilitate the creation - Read More...
Supreme Court Directive on adjudication of claims related to credit facilities
The Supreme Court issued a directive on July 26, 2024, stating that for cases arising from or related to credit facilities, a relevant notice must be submitted to the registry of the court where the - Read More...
Judgment of the Court of Appeal regarding trapped buyers
The judgment addresses whether the decision of the Director of the Land Registry to transfer the property in the name of a trapped buyer and release the mortgage is consistent with the Constitution.
Judgment of the Court of Appeal regarding the amount due and interest on Notice type IA
The judgment deals with the content of Notice type IA in relation to the specification of the amount due and the interest.
Latest Developments in Banking Law
On 26th June 2024, Harris Kyriakides successfully hosted the seminar titled “Latest Developments in Banking Law.”
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...
Financial charges announced in relation to the Register of Beneficial Owners
The Department of the Registrar of Companies and Intellectual Property (TEEDI) has announced the imposition of financial charges in regard to the Register of Beneficial Owners.
GBCY International Investment Conference 2024
Our associate, Munevver Kasif, addressed the attendees of the GBCY International Investment Conference 2024, on the recent challenges faced in the maritime sector in Cyprus explaining how Cyprus remains an international maritime and ship management - Read More...
New bill for the release of assets from MEMOs
On April 4th, 2024, a bill was submitted to the Cyprus Parliament aiming to relief thousands of borrowers and guarantors whose assets are encumbered by MEMOs.
Cyprus Introduces National Solidarity Fund Replenishment Scheme
The Ministry of Finance has recently unveiled an initiative aimed at aiding individuals and entities impacted by the 2013 banking crisis in Cyprus.