Cyprus fights to protect its airports from EU aid cuts

The European Commission has set out a timeline for revising its state aid guidelines for airlines. The move follows concerns raised by Cyprus after philenews reported on a possible cut to public funding for carriers.

Philenews revealed that the Commission is considering restricting state aid to airlines, prompting concern in Nicosia over the potential impact on the island’s air connectivity. The Ministry of Transport responded immediately, saying the country’s connectivity remained strong and...