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Water for Golf Courses While Farmers Thirst: Cyprus Faces Criticism

Published January 26, 2026, 06:01
Water for Golf Courses While Farmers Thirst: Cyprus Faces Criticism

The Christodoulides government is facing strong criticism over the allocation of water resources in Cyprus, with a focus on the priority given to watering golf courses at the expense of farmers and primary production. The decision not to grant water to farmers in Paphos, especially banana producers, has sparked outrage from the Farmers' Association (EKA), which denounces a deliberate abandonment of the agricultural sector. The author describes this policy as "class cannibalism" and "immorality", highlighting the preferential treatment of golf course entrepreneurs. Furthermore, reference is made to a recent video that came to light, which, according to the author, proves the President's connections with specific interests. Criticism also extends to the tax reform, which is considered to favor the already wealthy at the expense of workers. The author expresses strong disappointment with the government's policy, believing that it undermines food production and exacerbates inequalities.