Northern Cyprus

The Chancellery of the Consular Department of the Russian Embassy in the Republic of Cyprus has provided assistance to more than 15 thousand Russians during the year of work in the north of the island. According to the Russian diplomatic mission in Nicosia, since its opening in August 2023, the office has received over 15 thousand visitors. Previously, consular services were provided in the difficult...

Under the leadership of Nazenin Ruso Kandemir, a lecturer at the Faculty of Tourism and Chairman of the Center for Public Sensitivity (TDM) of the Eastern Mediterranean University (DAÜ), in cooperation with the Touring Club, an event was organized on the theme of olive harvesting and olive oil production with the slogan "The olive begins on the branch, culture lives at the table." According to a statement...

MÜSİAD EXPO, where the TRNC is also represented, opened its doors in Istanbul today. The event, held at the TÜYAP Exhibition and Congress Center, was attended by Turkish Deputy President Cevdet Yilmaz, TRNC Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Culture, Youth and Environment Fikri Ataoğlu, Turkish Minister of Treasury and Finance Mehmet Şimşek, Turkish Minister of Trade Ömer Bolat, as well...

Iskele Metropolitan Municipality entered into a twinning agreement with Yenişehir Metropolitan Municipality, which became its 11th sister city. The protocol was signed at a ceremony held in the building of the Iskele municipality. Mayor of Iskele Hasan Sadıkoğlu and Mayor of Yenişehir Abdullah Özyğit emphasized that the friendship between the cities began long before the official formalization of...

The 50th anniversary of Net Holding, which makes a significant contribution to the tourism and economy of many countries, including Turkey and Northern Cyprus, was celebrated with a grand gala evening at the Merit Royal Diamond Hotel. The 50th anniversary of the Cyprus Gala, which began with an opening speech by the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Net Holding, Besim Tibuk, brought together the...

President Ersin Tatar received congratulations on the occasion of Republic Day celebrated on November 15. The ceremony at the Presidential Palace was attended by Deputy President of Turkey Cevdet Yilmaz, who represented President of Turkey Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Speaker of the Parliament Ziya Öztürkler, Prime Minister Ünal Üstel, President of the Supreme Court Bertan Özerdağ, Turkish Ambassador to...

!️Important: The deadline for paying taxes for those who have a permit, but do not have an individual title, has been extended for another 60 working days from 12.11 to 06.02.25. If you need the help of a lawyer, since you are not on the island or for any other reasons, Veles lawyers are always in touch and ready to help. Contact the numbers: +90 548 833 38 48 +90 542 875 04...

The first solo exhibition of artist Feza Aygın Sanyvar entitled "From Nature to Paper" opened at Ercan Airport. The exhibition consists of works created by hand from recycled paper and plant materials. The basis for the works were leaves, natural plants and a unique processing technique that reflects the author's style. Feza Aigyn Sanyvar expressed gratitude for the opportunity to present her works at the...

A commemoration ceremony was held in Lefkoş on the occasion of the 86th anniversary of the death of the founder of the Republic of Turkey, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk. High-ranking officials, military officials, students and citizens gathered at the Atatürk Cultural Center to honor his contribution to the development of the country. The event began with a minute of silence and the performance of the...

In cooperation with Lefkoşa Municipality (LTB) and the Solidarity Association of Patients with Kidney and Dialysis Diseases, seedlings were planted in the "Dr. Zerrin Akalin" Park in the Lefkoşa district of Ortakoy. Planting of seedlings was carried out in Dr. Zerrin Akalın Park in the Lefkoşa district of Ortaköy with the assistance of Lefkoşa Municipality (LTB) and the Solidarity Association of...

The final event of the project "Green Bracelet: Environmental Literacy for Sustainable Development", funded by the "EU Grants Programme for Cypriot Civil Society VII" and implemented by the Famagusta Cultural Association, was held in the format of a festival in Gazimagusa. According to the association, the festival was held from 10:30 to 16:30 in Desdemona Park, located in the historic center of Famagusta....

The municipalities of Yenibogaziçi, Lefke, Mehmetçık-Büyükkonuk, Göçitkale-Serdarlı and Tatlısu, members of the TRNC Cittaslow network, started the new year with excursion activities to promote their cities, starting from Lefke. According to Cittaslow, these activities help younger students learn about the country's history and nature and strengthen ties between cities. About 130 primary school...

"A solemn "Republican Cortege" was held in Lefkosa in honor of the 101st anniversary of the Republic of Turkey. The march, organized by the Ministry of Education, was attended by students of Lefkoşa schools, President Ersin Tatar, Prime Minister Ünal Üstel, Turkish Ambassador Yasin Ekrem Serim, representatives of the Security Forces and other officials. The motorcade with the flags of Turkey, the TRNC...

The Ministry of National Defense of Turkey (MSB) has announced a large-scale music program in honor of Republic Day, which will be held on October 29. Brass band concerts are planned in several cities in Turkey, as well as in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC). In a message from the ministry posted on social media, citizens and visitors to the country are invited to join the festivities,...

From October 25 to 27, 2024, a grand event will take place in the picturesque regions of Kyrenia, Serdarli, Tirmen and Ergenekon, the Kyrenia Rally, organized by the Tourism and Automobile Association of Northern Cyprus. This exciting event promises to give viewers and participants a lot of positive emotions and vivid impressions! A special stage of the race (rally show) will be held on Kordonboyu Street...

The Famagusta City Orchestra once again delighted the audience at the "Unforgettable Love Songs" concert organized by the local municipality. The evening, which took place in Namık Kemal Square, was not only a musical event, but also an action of solidarity, drawing attention to the case of Isias. A special moment of the concert was the performance of the guest artist Dervish Işgüzar together with the...

Yesterday, President Ersin Tatar visited the lively Arasta district of Lefkoşa, where he met with local merchants and residents. His visit was an important event for the district, because such meetings strengthen ties between the authorities and society. Traders shared their thoughts and ideas with the president, as well as discussed topical issues related to improving the business environment. The...

The 9th International Competition "Top Model of Northern Cyprus" was held on the territory of the Grand Sapphire Resort, impressing with the high level of organization. The winner of the competition was Hayat Gökel, representing the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, the second place was taken by Evelie Maria from Canada, and the third place was taken by Athena Podsevalova from France. The title of...

On October 16, a seminar dedicated to World Food Day was held in the conference hall of the Cyprus Turkish Chamber of Industry (KTSO). The event, organized jointly with the Chamber of Food Engineers, was devoted to the issues of "Food Security – One Health" and "Innovative Approaches in Food Packaging". The seminar opened with speeches by Best Oymen, Chairman of the Chamber of Food Engineers, Erçin...

This year, the 14th Festival-Competition of Sand Sculptures of the Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU) took place. The event took place on Sunday, October 13, from 10.00 to 18.00 on the territory of the Marine Structures of the EMU. The organizers of this traditional event were the Faculty of Architecture of EMU, the Department of Interior Architecture and the Design Club under the Department of Social...

Tatarov and Christodoulides will meet in New York for talks on the Cyprus issue as part of the ongoing efforts by the United Nations to find a solution to the protracted conflict. Discussions will focus on resolving the issue of the division of Cyprus, which has remained unresolved since 1974, when the island was split between the Greek Cypriot south and the Turkish Cypriot north. The meeting is taking...

Three universities of the TRNC were included in the prestigious ranking of the British edition of Times Higher Education, which was a significant achievement for the education system of the region. Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU), Near East University (NEU) and Cyprus International University (CIU) have been included in the group of 601-800 best universities in the world for 2025 according to the...

Famagusta Metropolitan Municipality announces new initiatives aimed at improving road order and strengthening urban well-being. From Monday, October 14, measures will come into force that will help maintain road safety for all residents and guests of the city. Fines for improper parking will be imposed by the relevant unit of the municipality, as well as by traffic police officers. The fixed fine for...

Fatma Nida Toko became the first TRNC winner to win a gymnastics medal abroad. She placed 3rd in the women's individual category at the 2024 Turkish Championships. Her outstanding performance brought a historic victory for the country. Another athlete, Asli Asli, finished the championship in 16th place. In the category where athletes born in 2015 competed in their age groups, Fatma Nida Toko became the...

This Saturday, the "1st Meeting of Cultures" Festival, organized by Erenköy-Karpaz Municipality, will be held in the central square of the village of Dipkarpaz, promising a whole day of bright celebrations and cultural exchanges The events will begin in the morning, and a rich program will delight guests throughout the day. Visitors will enjoy: performances of folk dance groups, a competition of local...

Expressing his gratitude to Selçuk Bayraktaram, a member of the Board of Directors of TEKNOFEST and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Turkish Technology Development Foundation, Tatar said: "TEKNOFEST is a large and significant organization that makes a noticeable impression in the world. Thanks to the important initiatives of Mr. Selcuk Bayraktar, Turkey has received a significant impetus in the...

On September 25, 2024, the 22nd Annual Northern Cyprus International Music Festival started. World-famous virtuosos and leading artists of the country will perform in the hall of the Bellapais Abbey. The festival brings together music of different styles - from baroque to rock, classical and jazz, opera and symphony, folk and ethnic motifs. The festival is supported by the TRNC Ministry of Tourism and...

The 23rd Olive Festival kicks off today in the picturesque village of Zeytenlik in North Cyprus. It is one of the most significant cultural events in the region, bringing together locals and tourists from all over the world. The festival will last five days, until October 6, and will offer a rich program for all ages. Guests will enjoy a variety of events: sports competitions, performances by children's...

President Ersin Tatar met with Turkish Cypriots living in New York at an event organized by businessman Ayhan Hassan in Port Washington. According to the information provided by the Presidency, Tatar, speaking at the event, said: "Wherever they live, the hearts of Turkish Cypriots beat for the TRNC." Tatar also said that he met with the UN Secretary General and outlined the position of the Turkish Cypriot...

The TRNC has started accepting applications for scholarships for students planning to enter universities. This program aims to support young people who wish to continue their education at the highest level by providing financial assistance to cover the cost of education. Scholarships will be distributed to students who have demonstrated high academic potential and a desire to succeed. The main goal of the...