Greek Energy Minister To Disclose CINEA Letter In €67 Million Royal Terminal Funding Dispute

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

November 3, 2025

Minister Poised To Reveal Key Documents

Greek Energy Minister George Papanastasiou has indicated that he is prepared to publicly release the letter from CINEA (European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency) if necessary. The document in question concerns the retraction of €67 million from European funds allocated to the Royal terminal project. For further context on the Royal terminal, please refer to the Royal terminal developments.

Budget Discussions And Parliamentary Scrutiny

During a heated discussion in the parliamentary Budget Committee of the Ministry of Finance, Minister Papanastasiou addressed allegations made by Democratic Rally MP Kyriakos Chatziaganni. The MP had claimed government responsibility for the request to return the funds to the European Union, citing mismanagement. The minister refuted these claims, stating that not a single subsidy was lost but rather misallocated due to poor implementation. He affirmed, “If necessary, I will make the CINEA letter public,” emphasizing a commitment to accountability and transparency.

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Financial Implications And Broader Impact

Beyond the contested €67 million, the minister underscored that the ramifications of the mismanagement extend further, noting that the Republic was set to secure €101 million from the European Union. This disclosure points to a larger financial and strategic impact on both national policy and the broader commitments to EU funding processes.

Commitment To A Transparent And Corrective Process

Minister Papanastasiou maintained that the government’s actions regarding the terminal project have been entirely transparent. He highlighted that plans for revising the project will only commence once a detailed study on the deviations between the existing constructions and the proposed design is completed. He stressed, “The project was undertaken with burdens, and now it must be systematically addressed.” In response, critics like MP Chatziaganni have urged the minister to abandon claims of non-responsibility and to implement the necessary corrections, including timely reporting to the EU.

Looking Ahead

As the investigation into the discrepancies continues, industry observers and policymakers alike are watching closely. The forthcoming study is expected to determine significant changes in the planning and execution of the project, with potential wide-ranging implications for governmental accountability and EU funding strategies.

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Cyprus Income Distribution 2024: An In-Depth Breakdown of Economic Classes

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

December 24, 2025

New findings from the Cyprus Statistical Service offer a comprehensive analysis of the nation’s income stratification in 2024. The report, titled Population By Income Class, provides critical insights into the proportions of the population that fall within the middle, upper, and lower income brackets, as well as those at risk of poverty.

Income Distribution Overview

The data for 2024 show that 64.6% of the population falls within the middle income class – a modest increase from 63% in 2011. However, it is noteworthy that the range for this class begins at a comparatively low threshold of €15,501. Meanwhile, 27.8% of the population continues to reside in the lower income bracket (a figure largely unchanged from 27.7% in 2011), with nearly 14.6% of these individuals identified as at risk of poverty. The upper income class accounted for 7.6% of the population, a slight decline from 9.1% in 2011.

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Income Brackets And Their Thresholds

According to the report, the median equivalent disposable national income reached €20,666 in 2024. The upper limit of the lower income class was established at €15,500, and the threshold for poverty risk was set at €12,400. The middle income category spans from €15,501 to €41,332, while any household earning over €41,333 is classified in the upper income class. The median equivalents for each group were reported at €12,271 for the lower, €23,517 for the middle, and €51,316 for the upper income classes.

Methodological Insights And Comparative Findings

Employing the methodology recommended by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), the report defines the middle income class as households earning between 75% and 200% of the national median income. In contrast, incomes exceeding 200% of the median classify households as upper income, while those earning below 75% fall into the lower income category.

Detailed Findings Across Income Segments

Upper Income Class: Comprising 73,055 individuals (7.6% of the population), this group had a median equivalent disposable income of €51,136. Notably, the share of individuals in this category has contracted since 2011.
Upper Middle Income Segment: This subgroup includes 112,694 people (11.7% of the population) with a median income of €34,961. Combined with the upper income class, they represent 185,749 individuals.
Middle Income Group: Encompassing 30.3% of the population (approximately 294,624 individuals), this segment reports a median disposable income of €24,975.
Lower Middle And Lower Income Classes: The lower middle income category includes 22.2% of the population (211,768 individuals) with a median income of €17,800, while the lower income class accounts for 27.8% (267,557 individuals) with a median income of €12,271.

Payment Behaviors And Economic Implications

The report also examines how income levels influence repayment behavior for primary residence loans or rental payments. Historically, households in the lower income class have experienced the greatest delays. In 2024, 27.0% of those in the lower income bracket were late on payments—a significant improvement from 34.6% in 2011. For the middle income class, late payments were observed in 9.9% of cases, down from 21.4% in 2011. Among the upper income class, only 3% experienced delays, compared to 9.9% previously.

This detailed analysis underscores shifts in income distribution and repayment behavior across Cyprus, reflecting broader economic trends that are critical for policymakers and investors to consider as they navigate the evolving financial landscape.

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