BirdLife has called on the newly elected parliament in Cyprus to focus on protecting biodiversity and enforcing environmental legislation more rigorously. The organization stressed the importance of parliamentary control, transparency, and accountability in environmental decisions, especially highlighting ongoing issues like the lack of action in protected areas such as Akamas, known for legislative non-compliance. BirdLife expressed concerns over degradation incidents at places like Akrotiri salt lake and rampant illegal bird trapping, urging for immediate investigations and stronger legal enforcement against wildlife crimes. They emphasized that the future actions of the parliament would be critical in ensuring that environmental laws are more than just theoretical obligations.