European Commission refers Cyprus to EU Court for inadequate Natura 2000 site conservation.

The European Commission refers Cyprus to the EU Court of Justice for violating the Habitats Directive, which requires protection of Natura 2000 sites. Cyprus has designated 37 Special Areas of Conservation but has inadequate conservation measures for 28 sites and inadequate objectives for 5. The EU is committed to biodiversity protection through the Habitats Directive and Birds Directive.

March 13, 2024
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