Economy · Republic of Cyprus · CYPRIVO
Cyprus pension-reform cost reviewed with social partners
September 17, 2026 · 3 MIN READ · STORY 128
The Labour Advisory Body will meet twice weekly as officials examine the draft law article by article.
What this report covers
The talks concern the Republic of Cyprus Social Insurance Fund and are separate from North Cyprus pension arrangements.
Local context
Finance Ministry officials presented the projected cost of the coming pension reform to trade-union and employer representatives. Labour Minister Marinos Mousiouttas said the meeting answered questions and marked another step in the dialogue.
Who this matters to
The parties agreed to hold meetings twice a week, while the Social Insurance Council would review the bill article by article to resolve technical issues. The minister said the reform must improve outcomes for citizens without endangering the Social Insurance Fund or public finances.