Cyprus seeks stronger tourism ties with Egypt and Qatar

Cyprus seeks stronger tourism ties with Egypt and Qatar

Deputy Minister of Tourism Kostas Koumis has held consecutive meetings with the ambassadors of Egypt and Qatar in Cyprus to discuss strengthening tourism cooperation between the countries. According to a statement released on Friday, Koumis met with Egyptian Ambassador Mohamed Shawky Zaazou, with discussions covering Cyprus-Egypt air connectivity, cruise tourism, and the role of travel agents and tour operators in both countries. The announcement noted […]

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Bank of Cyprus stock forecasts rise following earnings announcement

Bank of Cyprus stock forecasts rise following earnings announcement

Analysts covering the Bank of Cyprus have significantly raised their price targets following the release of the bank’s preliminary financial results for 2024. All recent revisions indicate a more optimistic outlook compared to previous estimates. A key factor driving these upward adjustments is the bank’s updated profit distribution policy. In its preliminary results announcement, the Bank of Cyprus stated its […]

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CySEC announces agenda for Global Money Week 2025

CySEC announces agenda for Global Money Week 2025

The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) on Friday released a statement detailing its actions for this year’s Global Money Week 2025 (GMW 2025). According to the announcement, these include a variety of informative and educational activities. “Global Money Week is the annual international campaign, aimed at raising awareness about the importance of financial education for young people”, […]

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George Pantelides named new Oev president, takes office in May

George Pantelides named new Oev president, takes office in May

The Cyprus Employers and Industrialists Federation (Oev) announced on Friday that George Pantelides, head partner at Deloitte and current deputy president of the federation, will assume the role of president on May 7, 2025. According to Oev, the transition follows the completion of the two consecutive two-year terms of current president Antonis Antoniou, which is the maximum allowed under the federation’s […]

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Finland pledges to strengthen Kingdom’s digital economy

Finland pledges to strengthen Kingdom’s digital economy

Kristiina Kuvaja-Xanthopoulos, the newly appointed Finnish Ambassador to Cambodia, Wednesday pledged to provide technical assistance in the digital, trade, investment and business sectors aimed at creating an innovation ecosystem for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Leading a delegation, the Finnish Ambassador based in Bangkok paid a courtesy call to Prime Minister Hun Manet to strengthen […]

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Limassol company launches pilot data centre to utilise excess renewable energy

Limassol company launches pilot data centre to utilise excess renewable energy

A Cypriot company has inaugurated a pilot data centre in Limassol with the dual purpose of providing digital services while potentially absorbing excess renewable energy that would otherwise be curtailed from the electrical grid. The initiative aims to transform the traditionally high energy consumption of data centres into an advantage for the national power grid by […]

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CUT receives approval for €27 million Limassol campus expansion

CUT receives approval for €27 million Limassol campus expansion

The Cyprus University of Technology (CUT) has secured preliminary approval from the Ministry of Finance for its development plan to construct new facilities for the Department of Multimedia and Graphic Arts and the School of Geotechnical Sciences and Environmental Management. The modern facilities, estimated to cost approximately €27 million, will be built on university-owned land adjacent to […]

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Foreign firms flock to Cyprus

Foreign firms flock to Cyprus

Investment in Cyprus is off to a strong start in 2025, with foreign investors showing increased enthusiasm for setting up businesses on the island.  Data suggest a surge in registrations of foreign companies, positioning Cyprus as a gateway for expansion into European markets. The government’s efforts to make the country an even more attractive investment […]

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InvestPro Cyprus Limassol 2025: Expand your Thinking

InvestPro Cyprus Limassol 2025: Expand your Thinking

What makes a business successful? Smart investments, the right partners, and knowing where the best opportunities are.   That’s exactly what InvestPro Cyprus Limassol 2025 is all about. Taking place in the heart of the Mediterranean, Cyprus is more than just a picturesque island — it is a thriving business hub, offering strategic advantages and global investment opportunities.   […]

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Alpha Bank outlines growth strategy for Cyprus expansion

Alpha Bank outlines growth strategy for Cyprus expansion

Alpha Bank’s senior leadership met with state officials and key business figures in Cyprus this week, in order to outline its growth strategy and expansion plans. According to an official announcement from the bank, this four-day visit “reaffirms its commitment to strengthening its presence in Cyprus, positioning its subsidiary as a leading banking choice for businesses and households”. The high-level […]

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