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{{Short description|Ethnic group of Russian descent residing in Cyprus}}
{{Short description|Ethnic group of Russian descent residing in Cyprus}}
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[[File:LEMESOS.07.01.21.Ala rosijski produkty.JPG|thumb|Russian minimarket in [[Limassol]], [[Cyprus]]]]
[[File:LEMESOS.07.01.21.Ala rosijski produkty.JPG|thumb|Russian minimarket in [[Limassol]], [[Cyprus]]]]
== History and Presence ==
== History and presence ==
The influx of Russians in [[Cyprus]] began notably after the [[Dissolution of the Soviet Union]] in the early 1990s. Many Russians were attracted to Cyprus because of its warmer climate, business opportunities, and beneficial tax policies for foreign investors.<ref>Constantinou, C. (2017). Cyprus and the Diplomacy of Migration. Diasporic Membership Policies and Overseas Nationals in the Republic of Cyprus. *Migration Studies*, 5(2), 234-254.</ref>
The influx of Russians in [[Cyprus]] began notably after the [[dissolution of the Soviet Union]] in the early 1990s. Many Russians were attracted to Cyprus because of its warmer climate, business opportunities, and beneficial tax policies for foreign investors.<ref>Constantinou, C. (2017). Cyprus and the Diplomacy of Migration. Diasporic Membership Policies and Overseas Nationals in the Republic of Cyprus. *Migration Studies*, 5(2), 234-254.</ref>


[[Limassol]], [[Nicosia]], and [[Paphos]] have all seen an increase in Russian residents over the years. In particular, Limassol has become a hub for the Russian-speaking population, with many Russian businesses, schools, and churches being established in the city.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://cyprus-mail.com/2020/08/18/how-russians-changed-the-face-of-limassol/ | title=How Russians changed the face of Limassol | website=[[Cyprus-Mail.com]] | date=18 August 2020 }}</ref>
[[Limassol]], [[Nicosia]], and [[Paphos]] have all seen an increase in Russian residents over the years. In particular, Limassol has become a hub for the Russian-speaking population, with many Russian businesses, schools, and churches being established in the city.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://cyprus-mail.com/2020/08/18/how-russians-changed-the-face-of-limassol/ | title=How Russians changed the face of Limassol | website=[[Cyprus-Mail.com]] | date=18 August 2020 }}</ref>


== Integration and Community Life ==
== Integration and community life ==
Russian Cypriots have been successful in integrating into the Cypriot society. They participate actively in business, cultural activities, and contribute to the local economies of the cities they inhabit. Many have learned the [[Greek language|Greek]] language and embraced aspects of Cypriot culture while maintaining their Russian heritage.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://in-cyprus.philenews.com/the-russian-community-in-cyprus-fewer-numbers-strong-presence/ | title=The Russian community in Cyprus: Fewer numbers, strong presence | website=In-Cyprus | date=12 November 2019 }}</ref>
Russian Cypriots have been successful in integrating into the Cypriot society. They participate actively in business, cultural activities, and contribute to the local economies of the cities they inhabit. Many have learned the [[Greek language|Greek]] language and embraced aspects of Cypriot culture while maintaining their Russian heritage.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://in-cyprus.philenews.com/the-russian-community-in-cyprus-fewer-numbers-strong-presence/ | title=The Russian community in Cyprus: Fewer numbers, strong presence | website=In-Cyprus | date=12 November 2019 }}</ref>


== Culture and Religion ==
== Culture and religion ==
Orthodox Christianity plays a significant role in the lives of Russian Cypriots. Their religious practices connect the two cultures due to shared faith between most Cypriots and Russians. Russian Cypriots also organize cultural events, music festivals, and art exhibitions. Russian language newspapers and radio stations operate in Cyprus.<ref>Lukyanova, E. (2015). Russian Media in Cyprus: Challenges and Prospects. *Journal of Mediterranean Studies*, 24(2), 211-230.</ref>
Orthodox Christianity plays a significant role in the lives of Russian Cypriots. Their religious practices connect the two cultures due to shared faith between most Cypriots and Russians. Russian Cypriots also organize cultural events, music festivals, and art exhibitions. Russian language newspapers and radio stations operate in Cyprus.<ref>Lukyanova, E. (2015). Russian Media in Cyprus: Challenges and Prospects. *Journal of Mediterranean Studies*, 24(2), 211-230.</ref>


== Challenges and Controversies ==
== Challenges and controversies ==
While the Russian community has integrated well, there have been challenges. Accusations of money laundering and illicit activities have cast a shadow over the community. <ref>{{cite web |title=Moscow on the Med: Cyprus and its Russians |url=https://www.ft.com/content/67918012-9403-11ea-abcd-371e24b679ed |publisher=Financial Times}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |title=How rich Russians turned Cyprus into ‘Moscow on the Med’ |url=https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2020/8/25/how-rich-russians-turned-cyprus-into-moscow-on-the-med |publisher=Al Jazeera}}</ref> Many Russian Cypriots have worked to dispel these stereotypes.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.dw.com/en/russian-money-laundering-in-cyprus/a-54998714 | title=Russian money laundering in Cyprus | website=DW News | date=22 September 2020 }}</ref>
While the Russian community has integrated well, there have been challenges. Accusations of money laundering and illicit activities have cast a shadow over the community.<ref>{{cite web |title=How Cyprus rose to become the beating heart of the Putin regime’s shadow financial system |url=https://www.icij.org/investigations/cyprus-confidential/cyprus-model-politics-tax-haven-russian-wealth/}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |title=Activist financier targets Cyprus over Russian dirty cash |url=https://www.politico.eu/article/bill-browder-cyprus-accused-of-abetting-russian-money-laundering/}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |title=New life in Limassol: If you can't launder Russian money, then launder the Russian |url=https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/europe/eu-passports-for-sale-in-sunny-cyprus-lure-rich-russians-and-their-cash-a7732326.html}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |title=U.S. Takes on Russia's Favorite Money Haven: Cyprus |url=https://www.wsj.com/articles/u-s-takes-on-russias-favorite-money-haven-cyprus-1538316001}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |title=Russian expat invasion of Cyprus also has sinister overtones |url=https://www.theguardian.com/world/2012/jan/26/cyprus-russian-invasion |publisher=The Guardian}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |title=Moscow on the Med: Cyprus and its Russians |url=https://www.ft.com/content/67918012-9403-11ea-abcd-371e24b679ed |publisher=Financial Times}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |title=How rich Russians turned Cyprus into 'Moscow on the Med' |url=https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2020/8/25/how-rich-russians-turned-cyprus-into-moscow-on-the-med |publisher=Al Jazeera}}</ref><ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.dw.com/en/russian-money-laundering-in-cyprus/a-54998714 | title=Russian money laundering in Cyprus | website=DW News | date=22 September 2020 }}</ref><ref>{{cite web |title='No questions asked': how Russian money is fuelling a building boom in northern Cyprus |url=https://www.theguardian.com/business/2023/nov/15/there-are-no-questions-asked-how-russian-money-is-fuelling-a-building-boom-in-northern-cyprus}}</ref> Many Russian Cypriots have worked to dispel these stereotypes.<ref>{{cite news|title=Cyprus, a haven for Russian expats, welcomes techies fleeing Ukraine war |author=Mary Ilyushina|newspaper=Washington Post|date=October 23, 2022|url=https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2022/10/23/cyprus-russian-expat-tech-workers/}}</ref>


== Notable People ==
== Notable people ==
=== Politicians ===
=== Politicians ===
* '''Alexey Voloboev''': Prominent political figure fostering [[Cyprus–Russia relations]].
* Alexey Voloboev: Prominent political figure fostering [[Cyprus–Russia relations]]
=== Foreign investors with dual Russian-Cypriot citizenship ===
=== Foreign investors with dual Russian-Cypriot citizenship ===
* '''[[Oleg Deripaska]]''': Russian industrialist and philanthropist.
* [[Oleg Deripaska]]: Russian industrialist and philanthropist
* '''[[Konstantin Grigorishin]]''': Ventures in energy sector.
* [[Konstantin Grigorishin]]: Ventures in energy sector
* '''[[Leonid Lebedev]]''': Investments in real estate and hospitality.
* [[Leonid Lebedev]]: Investments in real estate and hospitality
* '''[[Nikita Mishin]]''': Contributions to transportation and logistics.
* [[Nikita Mishin]]: Contributions to transportation and logistics
* '''[[Alexander Ponomarenko]]''': Real estate magnate.
* [[Alexander Ponomarenko]]: Real estate magnate


== See also ==
== See also ==

Latest revision as of 17:55, 10 June 2024

Russian Cypriots
Русские киприоты (Russian)
Total population
18,000-50,000
Regions with significant populations
Limassol, Nicosia, Paphos
Languages
Russian, Greek
Religion
Orthodox Christianity (Russian and Cypriot churches)
Related ethnic groups
Russians, Cypriots
Russian minimarket in Limassol, Cyprus

History and presence

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The influx of Russians in Cyprus began notably after the dissolution of the Soviet Union in the early 1990s. Many Russians were attracted to Cyprus because of its warmer climate, business opportunities, and beneficial tax policies for foreign investors.[1]

Limassol, Nicosia, and Paphos have all seen an increase in Russian residents over the years. In particular, Limassol has become a hub for the Russian-speaking population, with many Russian businesses, schools, and churches being established in the city.[2]

Integration and community life

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Russian Cypriots have been successful in integrating into the Cypriot society. They participate actively in business, cultural activities, and contribute to the local economies of the cities they inhabit. Many have learned the Greek language and embraced aspects of Cypriot culture while maintaining their Russian heritage.[3]

Culture and religion

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Orthodox Christianity plays a significant role in the lives of Russian Cypriots. Their religious practices connect the two cultures due to shared faith between most Cypriots and Russians. Russian Cypriots also organize cultural events, music festivals, and art exhibitions. Russian language newspapers and radio stations operate in Cyprus.[4]

Challenges and controversies

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While the Russian community has integrated well, there have been challenges. Accusations of money laundering and illicit activities have cast a shadow over the community.[5][6][7][8][9][10][11][12][13] Many Russian Cypriots have worked to dispel these stereotypes.[14]

Notable people

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Politicians

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Foreign investors with dual Russian-Cypriot citizenship

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See also

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References

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  1. ^ Constantinou, C. (2017). Cyprus and the Diplomacy of Migration. Diasporic Membership Policies and Overseas Nationals in the Republic of Cyprus. *Migration Studies*, 5(2), 234-254.
  2. ^ "How Russians changed the face of Limassol". Cyprus-Mail.com. 18 August 2020.
  3. ^ "The Russian community in Cyprus: Fewer numbers, strong presence". In-Cyprus. 12 November 2019.
  4. ^ Lukyanova, E. (2015). Russian Media in Cyprus: Challenges and Prospects. *Journal of Mediterranean Studies*, 24(2), 211-230.
  5. ^ "How Cyprus rose to become the beating heart of the Putin regime's shadow financial system".
  6. ^ "Activist financier targets Cyprus over Russian dirty cash".
  7. ^ "New life in Limassol: If you can't launder Russian money, then launder the Russian".
  8. ^ "U.S. Takes on Russia's Favorite Money Haven: Cyprus".
  9. ^ "Russian expat invasion of Cyprus also has sinister overtones". The Guardian.
  10. ^ "Moscow on the Med: Cyprus and its Russians". Financial Times.
  11. ^ "How rich Russians turned Cyprus into 'Moscow on the Med'". Al Jazeera.
  12. ^ "Russian money laundering in Cyprus". DW News. 22 September 2020.
  13. ^ "'No questions asked': how Russian money is fuelling a building boom in northern Cyprus".
  14. ^ Mary Ilyushina (October 23, 2022). "Cyprus, a haven for Russian expats, welcomes techies fleeing Ukraine war". Washington Post.
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