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Cyprus Official Champions Strategic Investment At London Forum

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

February 26, 2026

Government Commitment To Sustainable Growth

Deputy Minister to the President, Irene Piki, is heading to London to participate in a landmark investment forum, titled ‘Investing In Cyprus: Risk, Returns And FDI Flows In The Innovation Corridor’. The conference is organized by Invest Cyprus in collaboration with the Financial Times and will be held on February 26 at Bracken House.

Fostering Cross-Continental Dialogue

The forum will bring together fund managers, institutional investors and business leaders from the UK and Europe. The event forms part of Cyprus’ broader strategy aimed at strengthening its international investment profile and expanding engagement with global capital markets.

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Insights On Regional And Global Investment Trends

Discussions will focus on investment opportunities in the Eastern Mediterranean amid shifting global economic conditions. The programme opens with remarks from Jacopo Dettoni, Editor of fDi Intelligence, followed by a welcome address from Invest Cyprus Chairman Evgenios Evgeniou.

Comprehensive Analysis Of Capital Deployment

Panels will examine key sectors including technology, energy transition and real assets. Participants will discuss opportunities in ICT, renewable energy projects such as solar and wind, and sustainable real estate development, alongside investment structures relevant to UK institutional investors.

Navigating Geopolitical And Regulatory Complexity

Additional sessions will address geopolitical risk and portfolio strategy, comparing the Eastern Mediterranean with other European markets. A dedicated discussion titled The Regulators’ Agenda – Rule Of Law, AIFMD And Investor Protection will focus on Cyprus’ regulatory framework, EU alignment and investor safeguards.

Fostering Private Equity And Venture Capital Innovations

The programme concludes with a panel on private equity and venture capital, covering deal structures, governance practices and exit strategies across Cyprus and the wider region.

Aligning Local Reforms With Global Investment Trends

Participants include George Theocharides, Chairman of the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), and Philokypros Roussounides, Secretary General of the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve). Deputy Minister Piki is expected to outline ongoing government reforms aimed at strengthening investor confidence and supporting long-term economic stability.

Positioning Cyprus As A Hub Of Stability And Opportunity

The forum reflects Cyprus’ efforts to attract international capital by promoting regulatory stability, sector diversification and stronger links with European investors. Organisers expect the discussions to support continued investment flows into the country’s priority sectors.

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Cyprus Introduces €200 Million Support Measures To Cut Energy And Food Costs

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

March 27, 2026

Comprehensive Relief Measures For A Resilient Economy

The government of Cyprus introduced support measures exceeding €200 million to reduce household expenses and support key sectors. The package targets energy costs, food prices, tourism and agriculture. Measures come in response to rising costs and supply pressures. Implementation begins in April and May 2026.

Energy And Fiscal Reforms

The government will reduce VAT on electricity for households to 5% from May 1, 2026, to March 31, 2027. The measure is expected to lower energy bills. Special consumption tax on transport fuels will decrease by 8.33 cents per liter between April and June 2026. Policy targets fuel-related costs.

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Broadening The Zero VAT Initiative

Authorities will expand the list of products with zero VAT. Meat, poultry and fish will be included from April 1 to September 30, 2026. Existing zero-VAT categories already include fruits and vegetables. The government also decided not to introduce a green tax on fuels, avoiding an additional cost of about 9 cents per liter.

Sector-Specific Supports

The package includes a 30% wage subsidy for hotel employees for April 2026. Measure supports tourism businesses during the early season. Support for airlines aims to maintain connectivity with key destinations. The agriculture sector will receive subsidies covering 15% of costs for fertilizers and supplies in April and May.

Economic Stability, National Security

President Nikos Christodoulidis said economic stability remains a priority for the government. He noted that growth, fiscal balance and inflation trends support current policy decisions. Statement links economic policy with broader national priorities. The government continues to monitor external risks.

Ensuring Consumer Protection

Furthermore, the government has mandated rigorous market oversight and intensified inspections to prevent exploitative pricing during this period of economic intervention. This proactive stance ensures that the benefits of the measures directly serve the citizens without unintended inflationary impacts.