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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...
Obstructing the dawn raid: EU competition law expands to digital communications
The European Commission’s €15.9 million fine against IF&F signals an expanded enforcement approach, extending its investigative powers to digital communications like WhatsApp, setting a precedent for future competition law investigations.
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...
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.
Harris Kyriakides tax team ranked Tier 1 in 2025 ITR World Tax
Harris Kyriakides is pleased to announce a remarkable achievement in the 2025 edition of the prestigious ITR World Tax rankings. The firm has been recognised with a Tier 1 ranking, underscoring its excellence in tax - Read More...
Sweet & Maxwell Public Procurement Law Review
Harris Kyriakides has recently contributed an article to the Sweet & Maxwell Public Procurement Law Review, discussing the judgment of NCR (Cyprus) Limited v Tender Review Authority and its influence on the rights of audience - Read More...
By Michael Kyriakides, Eleni Neoptolemou
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...
Compendium of Main Developments on Competition Law and Policy in 2023
Harris Kyriakides is proud to contribute to the Cyprus chapter of the 2023 Wolters Kluwer Compendium on Competition Law and Policy, a comprehensive edition delving into significant developments across 30 jurisdictions. The chapter provides a - Read More...
By Eleni Neoptolemou, Maria Afxentiou
Commission for the Protection of Competition launches public consultation on priority criteria
The Competition Protection Committee is initiating a public consultation to establish criteria for prioritising its duties and powers as defined by the 2022 Competition Protection Law. This initiative aims to enhance transparency and effectiveness in - Read More...