Cyprus Sees Decline in Online Learning Participation, Eurostat Report Shows

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

January 30, 2025

According to the latest Eurostat data, Cyprus has experienced a notable decline in online learning participation, with the percentage of internet users engaging in online courses or using online learning tools falling in 2024. The drop comes at a time when the EU average saw an increase in online learning engagement.

In 2024, only 11% of internet users in Cyprus reported having participated in an online course or used online learning resources in the past three months. This marked a 5 percentage point decline compared to 2023, when 16% of users engaged with such educational tools. As a result, Cyprus ranked as the second-lowest in the EU for online learning participation, ahead of Romania, which recorded just 10%.

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Across the EU, the trend was more positive, with 33% of internet users engaging in online learning activities, up from 30% in 2023. Among EU member states, the highest participation rates were seen in Ireland (61%), the Netherlands (59%), and Finland (53%).

When looking at specific types of online learning, 18% of EU internet users took an online course in 2024, with the highest levels of participation seen in Ireland (36%), Finland (32%), and Spain (32%). Additionally, 29% of users accessed online learning materials, particularly in the Netherlands (53%), Ireland (52%), and Finland (46%).

In Cyprus, about 10% of internet users took an online course, and another 10% used online learning materials, reflecting the broader trend of relatively low engagement compared to other EU nations.

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Lithuania And Cyprus Forge Enhanced Partnership In Tourism And Defence

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

May 22, 2026

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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