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Nicosia Mayor's Proposal for Expropriation of Turkish Cypriot Buildings

June 10, 2025

The Mayor of Nicosia, Charalambos Proutzos, proposes the expropriation of Turkish Cypriot buildings in the city for renovation and utilization. This move could increase the availability of housing and commercial spaces. Additionally, the Mayor highlights the need for changes in legislation and taxation on inactive properties to support the area's development. Lastly, he suggests regulating employee arrival times to reduce traffic congestion in the city.