Larnaca Launches Tender For City Center Land To Fund New Town Hall

Larnaca Municipality has launched a tender for the sale of two plots located on Hermou Street in the city center. The minimum asking price has been set at €3.3 million, plus VAT.

Prime Central Assets Positioned For Value

The first parcel covers 1,285 square meters, while a second adjacent plot used as an access passage measures 30 square meters. Land Registry valuations in 2021 estimated the properties at approximately €2.25 million and €56,400, respectively. Larnaca Mayor Andreas Viras said updated assessments place their combined value above €3.3 million.

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Funding The New Municipal Hub

Part of the proceeds from the sale will be used to finance the construction of a new town hall. Completion of the project is expected in 2028. The new building will be constructed on the site of the former Larnaca Hospital near the American Academy and is estimated to cost about €8.5 million.

Optimizing Civic Assets Through Strategic Leasing

The municipality is also considering leasing the current town hall building located on Athinon Avenue and Nikolaou Laniti Avenue. Officials expect interest from private sector tenants, which could generate additional rental income for the municipality.

Comprehensive Tender Submission Guidelines

Interested parties must submit offers through the government e-procurement system by 11:00 AM on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. Bids must include either a banker’s draft or a bank guarantee. The minimum offer is set at €3.3 million plus VAT. Transfer of ownership will take place once payment is completed, which must occur within one month after the contract is signed.

Eligibility for Participation

The tender is open to both individuals and legal entities, including public organisations, private companies and joint ventures. Participants must be established in Cyprus, another European Union member state, the European Economic Area, or countries participating in the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA) or holding bilateral agreements with Cyprus or the EU. Bidders may submit offers individually or as part of joint ventures under the conditions outlined in the tender documentation.

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Lithuania And Cyprus Forge Enhanced Partnership In Tourism And Defence

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Expanding Cooperation Beyond The Surface

Kristupas Vaitiekūnas highlighted opportunities for closer cooperation between Lithuania and Cyprus during his visit to Nicosia for the informal ECOFIN meeting. Speaking to the Cyprus News Agency, the Lithuanian finance minister said both countries share common challenges and could expand collaboration in areas including tourism, defence and financial services.

Addressing Shared Challenges

Finance Minister Kristupas Vaitiekūnas said Lithuania and Cyprus face similar security and economic pressures despite their geographic differences. Particular attention was given to emerging security threats, including drone-related risks, alongside the importance of maintaining resilient financial sectors. According to Vaitiekūnas, stronger coordination in those areas could deliver long-term economic and strategic benefits for both countries.

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Focus On Fiscal Stability And Energy Security

Discussions at the ECOFIN meeting are expected to focus on Europe’s economic outlook, energy market volatility and fiscal stability. Kristupas Vaitiekūnas warned that instability in the Middle East could continue affecting oil markets and broader economic performance across Europe. Housing affordability was also identified as a growing challenge, with rising property prices in cities such as Vilnius reflecting broader pressures seen across European markets.

Coordinated Energy Strategy And Future Investments

The Lithuanian finance minister also called for a more coordinated European approach to energy and economic resilience. Vaitiekūnas suggested that targeted and temporary policy measures could prove more effective than large-scale structural reforms in addressing short-term pressures. Lithuania continues to increase investment in renewable energy generation and storage infrastructure as part of efforts to strengthen energy independence and begin producing surplus electricity by 2028.

Support For Ukraine And Enhancing Defence Funding

Finance Minister Kristupas Vaitiekūnas reaffirmed Lithuania’s support for Ukraine, describing the war as a broader struggle tied to European security and democratic values. He also backed accelerating Ukraine’s accession process to the European Union, arguing that deeper integration would strengthen regional stability and economic prosperity. Vaitiekūnas welcomed the EU’s SAFE programme, which is expected to support Lithuania’s defence capabilities while contributing additional assistance to Ukraine.

Looking Ahead To A More Unified Europe

Addressing the European Union’s future budget framework, Kristupas Vaitiekūnas said increased funding for security and defence represented a positive development. At the same time, he warned that reductions in cohesion funding and agricultural support could negatively affect purchasing power and long-term European unity. Lithuania is expected to place continued emphasis on Ukraine and regional security ahead of its upcoming EU Council Presidency in early 2027.

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