Cyprus Forestry Procurement: Cyprus’ Department of Forests is tied to a €25m firefighting aircraft lease contract with Spanish Titan Firefighting Company SL, linked to Spain’s “Fire Cartel” antitrust case, as local tender documents point to a senior official now facing a separate corruption probe. Tourism & Hospitality: The Cyprus Hoteliers Association says bookings are improving but still below expectations for May and June, with last-minute demand and the Israeli market offering hope for July-August. Public Works: The new Archaeological Museum of Cyprus is on track but its handover timeline has moved to 2027; officials say the €144m budget remains capped with no added costs despite the extension. Energy & Industry: A €350m tender has been launched for Vasiliko port expansion, while Cyprus’ industrial output prices are reported to have dipped as the electricity sector weakens. Finance & Credit: Moody’s reiterates that Cyprus’ high wealth and strong growth outlook should stay robust, though Middle East conflict risks could weigh on tourism and inflation. Security & Regional Links: President Christodoulides is set for a first official visit to Kazakhstan, including a new direct flight and MoUs spanning ICT, cybersecurity and e-governance. Maritime/Trade: Cyprus’ role as a bridge is highlighted in discussions around IMEC and the India–Middle East–Europe corridor.