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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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Climate justice in Strasburg – First successful climate case by a decision of the European Court of Human Rights
The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) ruled on April 9, 2024, in the case Verein KlimaSeniorinnen Schweiz and Others v. Switzerland (application no. 53600/20) that the Swiss government’s failure to take adequate measures to - Read More...
OPAP Limassol Marathon 2024
Harris Kyriakides team participated in the Primetel 5km Corporate Race at the OPAP Limassol Marathon last Saturday 13/4/2024.