Cyprus will have a new law. It will help people and groups. It stops unfair lawsuits. These are called SLAPPs. The law follows European Union rules. It will stop people from scaring others. This law helps journalists and activists.
The law is a bit long. It helps stop bad lawsuits. Powerful groups use courts to scare people. They do this to stop questions. The new law makes these lawsuits harder.
A main part is to stop bad lawsuits fast. Judges can look at claims early. They can stop claims with no reason. The person suing must show it is good. This stops courts from being used badly.
Judges can also punish people. They can make them pay costs. This stops silly lawsuits. Defendants can also get money. They get money if sued wrongly.
This law helps Cyprus. SLAPPs are a problem everywhere. It protects people who speak out. Cyprus must add EU rules by May 2026. The law helps open talk.