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Hidden Agendas Delay Paphos Airport Road Project

Published January 5, 2026, 05:06
Hidden Agendas Delay Paphos Airport Road Project

The completion of the new Paphos Airport-Tourist Area road is delayed, and according to information, the delay is due to behind-the-scenes reactions from local stakeholders with financial interests. Factors from community authorities and private businesses are reportedly exerting pressure to prevent the road from being completed, as this would have negative impacts on their economic activity due to reduced traffic through their areas. This pressure is peaking during the election period, with community leaders trying to prevent the issue from remaining in the spotlight. The situation has provoked reactions from official representatives of economic and social bodies in Paphos, who feel exposed in a clandestine battle of interests. The delay adds to the long-standing dispute between the bodies of Paphos (EBE, ETAP, Municipalities, hoteliers) and the Department of Environment and environmental organizations, who oppose the completion of the road for environmental reasons. The Department of Environment has not been able to convince the Paphos bodies of the validity of its position. The case is expected to reach the President of the Republic, as the bodies of Paphos believe that constructive consultations on the completion of the road can only be held with him.