Cyprus And Lebanon Strengthen Strategic Ties With Historic EEZ And Energy Initiative

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

November 26, 2025

On Wednesday, Cyprus and Lebanon formalized a crucial agreement to delimit their Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ), marking a significant step in reinforcing their strategic ties. In a ceremony held in Beirut, President Nikos Christodoulides characterized the accord as a landmark achievement in the nations’ shared history.

Advancing Economic And Energy Cooperation

The agreement, signed by President Christodoulides and Lebanese Minister of Transport and Public Works Fayez Rassamni following an expanded meeting that included discussions with his counterpart Joseph Aoun, also set the stage for a pioneering initiative: a feasibility study for a Cyprus-Lebanon electricity interconnection. This technical exploration underscores both nations’ commitment to leveraging regional connectivity and renewable energy collaboration.

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Investment In Trust And Mutual Respect

President Christodoulides emphasized that the deal is not only an important regulatory milestone but also a robust political signal. By adhering to international law and the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, the agreement embodies an enduring investment in mutual trust and cooperative neighborly relations.

The strategic dialogue and technical cooperation inaugurated by this agreement are poised to yield long-term benefits, enhancing both economic resilience and energy security in the region.

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Nearly 80% Of Cyprus’ Foreign Investment Came From Outside EU In 2025

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

November 11, 2026

Cyprus had the highest share of foreign direct investment (FDI) originating outside the European Union among 14 EU member states reporting data for 2025. According to Eurostat, non-EU economies accounted for 79.4% of the island’s inward FDI, highlighting its distinct position among the reporting countries.

The figures contrast with most other EU economies, where investment from within the bloc remains the main source of foreign capital.

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Cyprus Leads In Non-EU Investment Share

Eurostat measures inward FDI positions by the ultimate investing economy, identifying the economy where the investment ultimately originates rather than only the country through which it is channelled. This distinction is important when investments involve subsidiaries or intermediary holding companies.

In nine of the 14 reporting countries, most foreign investment came from within the EU. The Czech Republic recorded the highest intra-EU share, at 75.1%, followed by Romania at 73.3% and Estonia at 64.8%.

Cyprus was among five countries where non-EU economies accounted for more than half of inward FDI. Spain, Sweden, Greece and Denmark also recorded shares above 50%, ranging from 51% to 55.1%.

US Is The Largest Source Of FDI Across Reporting Countries

Across the 14 countries collectively, the United States was the largest ultimate source of foreign direct investment, accounting for 15.4% of the total.

Germany ranked second at 11.5%, followed by France at 9.4%, the United Kingdom at 9.3% and Switzerland at 5.8%.

These figures reflect the combined investment positions of the reporting countries and do not identify Cyprus’s leading individual investment sources. However, the country-level data underline the island’s strong reliance on capital originating outside the European Union.

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