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Cypriot Scorecard

Country profile

Cyprus is an island nation in the eastern Mediterranean with a diverse cultural heritage that reflects both Greek and Turkish influences. It has a population of 1.3 million, a population growth rate of 1.02%, and a median age of 37.76 years.

Its history has been shaped by ancient Greek civilizations, Roman rule, Byzantine and Ottoman periods, each leaving enduring marks on its society.

Today, Cyprus is known for its scenic landscapes, rich archaeological sites, and a modern economy that benefits from tourism and a strategic geopolitical location.

Its capital city is Nicosia.

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Economic Development

GDP per Capita (PPP) in Cyprus improved by 2.1% from 2022 to 2023

Unemployment Rate in Cyprus improved by 8.1% from 2023 to 2024

Inflation Rate in Cyprus improved by 49.2% from 2023 to 2024

General Government Debt in Cyprus improved by 9.6% from 2022 to 2023

Income Inequality in Cyprus improved by 1.3% from 2020 to 2021

Health and Social Development

Life Expectancy in Cyprus improved by 1.5% from 2022 to 2023

Infant Mortality Rate in Cyprus worsened by 3.6% from 2022 to 2023

Human Development in Cyprus improved by 1.1% from 2021 to 2022

Suicide Mortality Rate in Cyprus improved by 21.8% from 2020 to 2021

World Happiness Report in Cyprus worsened by 2.1% from 2023 to 2024

Freedom in the World in Cyprus worsened by 1.1% from 2023 to 2024

Education

Completion of Upper Secondary Education in Cyprus improved by 1.6% from 2021 to 2022

PISA Scores (Reading) in Cyprus worsened by 10.1% from 2018 to 2022

PISA Scores (Math) in Cyprus worsened by 7.3% from 2018 to 2022

PISA Scores (Science) in Cyprus worsened by 6.4% from 2018 to 2022

Governance and Security

Corruption Perception in Cyprus improved by 1.9% from 2022 to 2023

Control of Corruption in Cyprus worsened by 21.4% from 2022 to 2023

Homicide Rate in Cyprus worsened by 6.6% from 2020 to 2021

Government Effectiveness in Cyprus improved by 1.0% from 2022 to 2023

Political Stability in Cyprus worsened by 2.4% from 2022 to 2023

Rule of Law in Cyprus improved by 10.2% from 2022 to 2023

Voice and Accountability in Cyprus improved by 14.7% from 2022 to 2023

Environmental Sustainability and Energy

CO2 Emissions per Capita in Cyprus improved by 1.5% from 2022 to 2023

Air Pollution (PM2.5) in Cyprus improved by 10.0% from 2019 to 2020

Renewable Energy Consumption in Cyprus improved by 4.0% from 2020 to 2021