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Cypriot Business Leaders Engage In Strategic Dialogue On The EU-Japan Economic Partnership Agreement

Cypriot business leaders are invited to participate in a high-level webinar on November 10, 2025, aimed at examining the European Union–Japan Economic Partnership Agreement (EU-Japan EPA). The event, organized by the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve), seeks to gather firsthand insights and experiences regarding the trade pact.

An Opportunity To Shape EU Trade Policy

This meticulously curated seminar forms part of an evaluation study commissioned by the European Commission and executed by the ECFORTE consortium. Industry stakeholders will have the platform not only to review the official evaluation outcomes but also to discuss the tangible impacts, opportunities, and challenges posed by the agreement. Their contributions are poised to refine the EU’s future trade policies and amplify the voice of Cypriot enterprises within the broader European dialogue.

Webinar Details And Agenda

Scheduled from 10:00 to 11:30 (Cyprus time) on November 10, 2025, the online seminar will present a detailed agenda outlining the evaluation results and facilitating interactive discussion. This initiative underscores the critical role played by local stakeholders in enhancing policy frameworks that affect international trade.

Registration And Additional Information

Interested parties can register for the webinar via the dedicated registration link. For a comprehensive overview of the evaluation study, further details are available on the official website at www.eu-japan-evaluation.eu.

doValue Cyprus Strengthens Market Leadership With New Astrobank Portfolio

Expanding Market Influence

Loan and real estate management firm doValue Cyprus has significantly reinforced its domestic presence in non-performing loan servicing by acquiring a new portfolio from Astrobank Public Company Limited. This development follows Astrobank’s recent transition, marked by the transfer of key operations to Alpha Bank Cyprus Limited and the subsequent surrender of its banking licence.

Strategic Acquisition And Swift Execution

Finalized on November 3, 2025, the agreement underscores a decisive strategic shift as doValue Cyprus assumes management of Astrobank’s remaining portfolio. The immediate commencement of portfolio management is a testament to the firm’s commitment to delivering specialized, resilient solutions within the non-performing loan market.

Expertise Driving Market Growth

Chief Executive Officer Varnavas Kourounas emphasized that the latest portfolio acquisition not only expands the firm’s operational footprint but also validates its credibility and deep expertise in the competitive Cypriot financial sector. The strategic move is aligned with the broader growth ambitions of the doValue Group.

Broader Market Implications

Operating as part of the international doValue Group—the largest independent loan and real estate management organization in Southern Europe—doValue Cyprus is well-positioned to leverage its newly expanded portfolio. With approximately €136 billion in assets under management, the group maintains a dominant presence across Italy, Greece, Spain, Portugal, and Cyprus. Moreover, its subsidiary, Altamira Real Estate, runs Cyprus’ largest real estate platform, managing extensive property portfolios alongside the island’s most comprehensive sales network.

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